Polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet by Egypt reached $10.9 million in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 4% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $16.6 million.
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 | $10.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $11.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $16.6M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $11.7M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 871 t |
Where Egypt imports polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet from
The largest suppliers were France (29%), China (27%), South Korea (18%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+202% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.2M | 29% |
| China | $3.0M | 27% |
| South Korea | $2.0M | 18% |
| Indonesia | $1.7M | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $560K | 5.1% |
| Thailand | $330K | 3% |
| Belgium | $153K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $95K | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | $20K | 0.2% |
| Russia | $10K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.22 per kg, close to the world average of $3.61.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $2.4 million of polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet in 2024 (570 tonnes). Most of it went to Croatia (36%), France (22%), Morocco (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Croatia | $850K | 36% |
| France | $535K | 22% |
| Morocco | $278K | 12% |
| Germany | $197K | 8.3% |
| Tunisia | $131K | 5.5% |
| Hong Kong | $119K | 5% |
| Libya | $94K | 3.9% |
| Lebanon | $56K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $36K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $26K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet imports (HS 3920.51): 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 3920.51: Plastics: of acrylic polymers, polymethyl methacrylate, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet worth $10.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet to Egypt?
France was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by China (27%) and South Korea (18%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 567% on the year.
What is the average import price of polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.22 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $3.61 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $10.9 million in 2024, an increase of 364%. The peak was 2022 at $16.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.4 million a year.
Does Egypt also export polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Croatia, France and Morocco. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $8.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet?
The HS code for polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet is subheading 3920.51. 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?
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