Plastic-coated textile fabric imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $62.7 million of plastic-coated textile fabric in 2024 (5.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 55% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $62.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2023 | $40.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $30.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $38.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $24.7M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $39.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $34.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $24.3M | 3.0K t |
Where Egypt imports plastic-coated textile fabric from
China alone supplied 59% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $37.1M | 59% |
| Israel | $17.8M | 28% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 3.4% |
| Turkey | $2.1M | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $707K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $536K | 0.9% |
| Canada | $438K | 0.7% |
| United States | $360K | 0.6% |
| India | $237K | 0.4% |
| Portugal | $211K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.06 per kg, 24% above the world average of $9.71. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic-coated textile fabric exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported plastic-coated textile fabric worth $1.1 million (204 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+144% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $635K | 58% |
| Greece | $233K | 21% |
| Kenya | $54K | 4.9% |
| France | $42K | 3.8% |
| Spain | $40K | 3.6% |
| Algeria | $23K | 2% |
| Germany | $18K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $17K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $16K | 1.4% |
| Tunisia | $15K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt plastic-coated textile fabric imports (HS 5903.90): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 5903.90: Textile fabrics: impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, (excluding polyvinyl chloride, polyurethane and those of heading no. 5902).
Common questions
What is the value of plastic-coated textile fabric imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported plastic-coated textile fabric worth $62.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic-coated textile fabric to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($37.1 million), followed by Israel (28%) and Italy (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 96% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic-coated textile fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.06 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $9.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic-coated textile fabric to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.3 million in 2017 to $62.7 million in 2024, an increase of 158%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $36.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also export plastic-coated textile fabric?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Greece and Kenya. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $61.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic-coated textile fabric?
The HS code for plastic-coated textile fabric is subheading 5903.90. It sits in HS chapter 59 (textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated; textile articles of a kind suitable for industrial use). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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