Polyisobutylene imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported polyisobutylene worth $2.1 million (587 tonnes). Value rose 77% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $2.1M | 587 t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 326 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 839 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 311 t |
| 2020 | $839K | 234 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 358 t |
| 2018 | $565K | 231 t |
| 2017 | $812K | 459 t |
Where Egypt imports polyisobutylene from
Germany alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.2M | 60% |
| China | $530K | 26% |
| France | $80K | 3.9% |
| India | $76K | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $67K | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $42K | 2% |
| Belgium | $28K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $3K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.50 per kg, 65% above the world average of $2.12. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt polyisobutylene imports (HS 3902.20): 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 3902.20: Propylene, other olefin polymers: polyisobutylene in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyisobutylene imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported polyisobutylene worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 587 tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 135 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 77% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyisobutylene to Egypt?
Germany was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by China (26%) and France (4%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 260% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyisobutylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.50 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $2.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyisobutylene to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $812 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 153%. The peak was 2022 at $2.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyisobutylene?
The HS code for polyisobutylene is subheading 3902.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3902 page.
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