Plastic tableware imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $16.7 million of plastic tableware in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 29% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $54.7 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 | $16.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $23.7M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $23.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $54.7M | 8.5K t |
| 2020 | $48.5M | 7.1K t |
| 2019 | $38.9M | 6.8K t |
| 2018 | $34.3M | 7.0K t |
| 2017 | $24.9M | 4.6K t |
Where Egypt imports plastic tableware from
China alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.0M | 66% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 7.7% |
| India | $1.1M | 6.5% |
| Greece | $808K | 4.8% |
| Italy | $388K | 2.3% |
| Malaysia | $385K | 2.3% |
| Portugal | $283K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $152K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $146K | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $140K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.62 per kg, 24% above the world average of $4.52. 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 tableware exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $16.5 million of plastic tableware in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Libya (22%), Saudi Arabia (16%), Palestine (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Venezuela grew fastest (+321% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $3.7M | 22% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.6M | 16% |
| Palestine | $1.5M | 9.1% |
| Morocco | $985K | 6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $924K | 5.6% |
| Kuwait | $876K | 5.3% |
| Algeria | $726K | 4.4% |
| Jordan | $633K | 3.8% |
| Lebanon | $563K | 3.4% |
| Venezuela | $475K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt plastic tableware imports (HS 3924.10): 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 3924.10: Plastics: tableware and kitchenware.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic tableware imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported plastic tableware worth $16.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 90th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic tableware to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($11.0 million), followed by Turkey (8%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 764% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic tableware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.62 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $4.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic tableware to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.9 million in 2017 to $16.7 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2021 at $54.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also export plastic tableware?
Yes. Egypt exported $16.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Saudi Arabia and Palestine. That compares with imports of $16.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for plastic tableware?
The HS code for plastic tableware is subheading 3924.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3924 page.
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