Polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) by Egypt reached $7.5 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 149% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 116% a year on average.
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 | $7.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 851 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 528 t |
| 2021 | $656K | 160 t |
| 2020 | $170K | 93 t |
| 2019 | $584K | 379 t |
| 2018 | $60K | 24 t |
| 2017 | $34K | 9 t |
Where Egypt exports polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) to
Most of it went to Libya (42%), Oman (29%), Sudan (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+586% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $3.2M | 42% |
| Oman | $2.2M | 29% |
| Sudan | $568K | 7.5% |
| Morocco | $484K | 6.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $239K | 3.2% |
| Uganda | $182K | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $152K | 2% |
| Denmark | $103K | 1.4% |
| Algeria | $77K | 1% |
| Yemen | $56K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.62 per kg, 21% above the world average of $3.00. 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 pipes and tubes (rigid) imports to Egypt
Imports of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) by Egypt reached $5.6 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Italy (17%), Saudi Arabia (16%), United Kingdom (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+301% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $924K | 17% |
| Saudi Arabia | $916K | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $718K | 13% |
| China | $696K | 13% |
| Denmark | $631K | 11% |
| United States | $585K | 11% |
| India | $292K | 5.3% |
| Australia | $273K | 4.9% |
| Sweden | $88K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $77K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) exports (HS 3917.21): 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 3917.21: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of ethylene.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 143 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 149% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) from Egypt?
Libya was the largest buyer with 42% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Oman (29%) and Sudan (8%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 37 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 586% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.62 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $3.00 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $34 thousand in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
Does Egypt also import polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid)?
Yes. Egypt imported $5.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid)?
The HS code for polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) is subheading 3917.21. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 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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