Polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate worth $85.3 million (38.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 5% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $85.3M | 38.6K t |
| 2023 | $89.8M | 35.8K t |
| 2022 | $99.3M | 37.1K t |
| 2021 | $66.1M | 29.2K t |
| 2020 | $29.8M | 21.0K t |
| 2019 | $26.7M | 18.5K t |
| 2018 | $50.3M | 21.2K t |
| 2017 | $42.2M | 19.5K t |
Where Egypt imports polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate from
The largest suppliers were China (25%), Belgium (20%), Saudi Arabia (15%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.9M | 25% |
| Belgium | $16.7M | 20% |
| Saudi Arabia | $12.9M | 15% |
| Spain | $10.6M | 12% |
| Germany | $6.7M | 7.9% |
| Portugal | $4.6M | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $3.4M | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.1M | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $2.1M | 2.4% |
| Hungary | $1.4M | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.21 per kg, close to the world average of $1.94.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate exports from Egypt
Exports of polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate by Egypt reached $2.1 million in 2024 (976 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Morocco accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $1.9M | 90% |
| Turkey | $61K | 2.9% |
| Kuwait | $53K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $45K | 2.2% |
| Tunisia | $25K | 1.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $22K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate imports (HS 3909.31): 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 3909.31: Amino-resins: n.e.c. in heading no. 3909, in primary forms, poly(methylene phenyl isocyanate) (Crude MDI, polymeric MDI).
Common questions
What is the value of polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate worth $85.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 174 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($20.9 million), followed by Belgium (20%) and Saudi Arabia (15%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 86% on the year.
What is the average import price of polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.21 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $1.94 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $42.2 million in 2017 to $85.3 million in 2024, an increase of 102%. The peak was 2022 at $99.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $61.2 million a year.
Does Egypt also export polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Turkey and Kuwait. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $83.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate?
The HS code for polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate is subheading 3909.31. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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