Plastic film and sheet (other) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported plastic film and sheet (other) worth $8.1 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). That is 33% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $12.3 million.
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 | $8.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $10.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $11.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $12.1M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $10.3M | 3.4K t |
Where Egypt imports plastic film and sheet (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (49%), Italy (15%), United Arab Emirates (5%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.0M | 49% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $429K | 5.3% |
| Lebanon | $416K | 5.2% |
| Germany | $391K | 4.9% |
| United States | $375K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $305K | 3.8% |
| Japan | $300K | 3.7% |
| Austria | $185K | 2.3% |
| India | $140K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.56 per kg, 61% below the world average of $11.58, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic film and sheet (other) exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $2.0 million of plastic film and sheet (other) in 2024 (683 tonnes). Most of it went to Israel (40%), Portugal (28%), Italy (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $779K | 40% |
| Portugal | $554K | 28% |
| Italy | $205K | 11% |
| France | $184K | 9.4% |
| Romania | $77K | 4% |
| Senegal | $72K | 3.7% |
| Lebanon | $24K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $15K | 0.8% |
| Morocco | $13K | 0.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $10K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt plastic film and sheet (other) imports (HS 3920.99): 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 3920.99: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3920, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic film and sheet (other) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported plastic film and sheet (other) worth $8.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic film and sheet (other) to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Italy (15%) and the United Arab Emirates (5%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 600% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic film and sheet (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.56 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $11.58 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic film and sheet (other) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.3 million in 2017 to $8.1 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2019 at $12.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also export plastic film and sheet (other)?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, Portugal and Italy. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic film and sheet (other)?
The HS code for plastic film and sheet (other) is subheading 3920.99. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Egypt, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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