Polycarbonate film and sheet imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported polycarbonate film and sheet worth $5.7 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $13.1 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 | $5.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $6.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $7.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $13.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $9.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $7.9M | 1.9K t |
Where Egypt imports polycarbonate film and sheet from
The largest suppliers were Germany (33%), China (22%), United States (16%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.9M | 33% |
| China | $1.3M | 22% |
| United States | $929K | 16% |
| Italy | $334K | 5.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $320K | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $300K | 5.3% |
| Turkey | $246K | 4.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $124K | 2.2% |
| Switzerland | $79K | 1.4% |
| Jordan | $76K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.63 per kg, 53% below the world average of $5.64, 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.
Polycarbonate film and sheet exports from Egypt
Exports of polycarbonate film and sheet by Egypt reached $2.8 million in 2024 (702 tonnes). Most of it went to Libya (18%), Kenya (17%), Syria (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Tunisia grew fastest (+336% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $513K | 18% |
| Kenya | $493K | 18% |
| Syria | $425K | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $298K | 11% |
| Jordan | $160K | 5.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $143K | 5.1% |
| Morocco | $130K | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $123K | 4.4% |
| Tunisia | $88K | 3.1% |
| Austria | $83K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt polycarbonate film and sheet imports (HS 3920.61): 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 3920.61: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polycarbonates, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polycarbonate film and sheet imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported polycarbonate film and sheet worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply polycarbonate film and sheet to Egypt?
Germany was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by China (22%) and the United States (16%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average import price of polycarbonate film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.63 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $5.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polycarbonate film and sheet to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.9 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, a fall of 28%. The peak was 2020 at $13.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does Egypt also export polycarbonate film and sheet?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Kenya and Syria. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polycarbonate film and sheet?
The HS code for polycarbonate film and sheet is subheading 3920.61. 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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