Polyethylene bags imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported polyethylene bags worth $17.3 million (4.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 30% on 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 | $17.3M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $13.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $12.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $12.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $10.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $9.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $13.2M | 4.0K t |
Where Egypt imports polyethylene bags from
The largest suppliers were Saudi Arabia (22%), Turkey (21%), China (19%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+459% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.8M | 22% |
| Turkey | $3.6M | 21% |
| China | $3.2M | 19% |
| Vietnam | $1.2M | 7.2% |
| Netherlands | $751K | 4.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $745K | 4.3% |
| Israel | $505K | 2.9% |
| Chile | $461K | 2.7% |
| Jordan | $454K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $332K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.84 per kg, 31% above the world average of $2.93. 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.
Polyethylene bags exports from Egypt
Exports of polyethylene bags by Egypt reached $10.8 million in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (17%), Sudan (13%), Libya (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+438% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.8M | 17% |
| Sudan | $1.4M | 13% |
| Libya | $1.3M | 12% |
| Greece | $958K | 8.9% |
| Lebanon | $850K | 7.9% |
| Jordan | $824K | 7.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $710K | 6.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $481K | 4.4% |
| South Africa | $468K | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $422K | 3.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt polyethylene bags imports (HS 3923.21): 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 3923.21: Ethylene polymers: sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene bags imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported polyethylene bags worth $17.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene bags to Egypt?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by Turkey (21%) and China (19%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 459% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.84 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $2.93 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene bags to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.2 million in 2017 to $17.3 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.2 million a year.
Does Egypt also export polyethylene bags?
Yes. Egypt exported $10.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Sudan and Libya. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene bags?
The HS code for polyethylene bags is subheading 3923.21. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
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