Polyester solvent paint imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyester solvent paint by Egypt reached $13.6 million in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). That is 31% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $13.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $10.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $10.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $8.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $8.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $8.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $8.0M | 2.0K t |
Where Egypt imports polyester solvent paint from
Italy alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $7.2M | 53% |
| France | $2.8M | 21% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $425K | 3.1% |
| Spain | $363K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $320K | 2.4% |
| China | $158K | 1.2% |
| Oman | $140K | 1% |
| Turkey | $130K | 1% |
| Belgium | $93K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.96 per kg, close to the world average of $4.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyester solvent paint exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported polyester solvent paint worth $13.1 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (28%), Libya (24%), Ethiopia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+351% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.6M | 28% |
| Libya | $3.2M | 24% |
| Ethiopia | $2.0M | 15% |
| Yemen | $493K | 3.8% |
| Nigeria | $473K | 3.6% |
| Oman | $430K | 3.3% |
| Syria | $391K | 3% |
| Turkey | $292K | 2.2% |
| Tunisia | $252K | 1.9% |
| Mauritania | $231K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt polyester solvent paint imports (HS 3208.10): 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 3208.10: Paints and varnishes: based on polyesters, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester solvent paint imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported polyester solvent paint worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester solvent paint to Egypt?
Italy was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($7.2 million), followed by France (21%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 402% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester solvent paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.96 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $4.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyester solvent paint to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.0 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, an increase of 69%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also export polyester solvent paint?
Yes. Egypt exported $13.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Libya and Ethiopia. That compares with imports of $13.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for polyester solvent paint?
The HS code for polyester solvent paint is subheading 3208.10. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3208 page.
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