Plied acrylic staple yarn exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported plied acrylic staple yarn worth $6.6 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 77 countries. That is 10% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $12.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $12.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 832 t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $4.8M | 1.2K t |
Where Egypt exports plied acrylic staple yarn to
Syria alone took 73% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $4.8M | 73% |
| Argentina | $369K | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $245K | 3.7% |
| Lebanon | $182K | 2.8% |
| Peru | $126K | 1.9% |
| Zambia | $125K | 1.9% |
| Tunisia | $124K | 1.9% |
| Uganda | $114K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $101K | 1.5% |
| Algeria | $99K | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.98 per kg, 24% above the world average of $4.02. 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.
Plied acrylic staple yarn imports to Egypt
Imports of plied acrylic staple yarn by Egypt reached $1.6 million in 2024 (344 tonnes). Turkey alone supplied 98% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.6M | 98% |
| China | $29K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt plied acrylic staple yarn exports (HS 5509.32): 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 5509.32: Yarn: (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic, not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of plied acrylic staple yarn exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported plied acrylic staple yarn worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 77 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy plied acrylic staple yarn from Egypt?
Syria was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Argentina (6%) and the United Kingdom (4%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 19 buyer countries in total. Tunisia grew fastest among the top ten, up 465% on the year.
What is the average export price of plied acrylic staple yarn per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.98 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $4.02 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of plied acrylic staple yarn from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.8 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. The peak was 2022 at $12.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does Egypt also import plied acrylic staple yarn?
Yes. Egypt imported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey and China. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plied acrylic staple yarn?
The HS code for plied acrylic staple yarn is subheading 5509.32. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5509 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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