Polyester film and sheet (other) exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of polyester film and sheet (other) by Egypt reached $7.6 million in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 33% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $10.3 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 | $7.6M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 1.5K t |
Where Egypt exports polyester film and sheet (other) to
One buyer market dominates: Spain accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $5.5M | 73% |
| France | $1.1M | 15% |
| Turkey | $651K | 8.6% |
| Italy | $246K | 3.3% |
| Greece | $20K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $17K | 0.2% |
| India | $12K | 0.2% |
| Lebanon | $1K | 0% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.78 per kg, 54% below the world average of $3.91, 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.
Polyester film and sheet (other) imports to Egypt
Imports of polyester film and sheet (other) by Egypt reached $5.6 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from China (32%), United Kingdom (26%), United Arab Emirates (21%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+362% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 32% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 26% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 21% |
| India | $808K | 15% |
| Bahrain | $98K | 1.8% |
| United States | $92K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $60K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $58K | 1% |
| Italy | $29K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $27K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt polyester film and sheet (other) exports (HS 3920.69): 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 3920.69: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polyesters 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 polyester film and sheet (other) exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported polyester film and sheet (other) worth $7.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 111 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyester film and sheet (other) from Egypt?
Spain was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($5.5 million), followed by France (15%) and Turkey (9%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 10 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 76% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyester film and sheet (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.78 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $3.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of polyester film and sheet (other) from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $7.6 million in 2024, an increase of 166%. The peak was 2022 at $10.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does Egypt also import polyester film and sheet (other)?
Yes. Egypt imported $5.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester film and sheet (other)?
The HS code for polyester film and sheet (other) is subheading 3920.69. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Egypt. Tell us your product to see it live.
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