Polystyrene film and sheet imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $6.6 million of polystyrene film and sheet in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 27% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $11.0 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 | $6.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $9.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $10.1M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 2.0K t |
Where Egypt imports polystyrene film and sheet from
Most of the value came from Turkey (23%), Italy (18%), Belgium (13%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.5M | 23% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 18% |
| Belgium | $839K | 13% |
| Spain | $465K | 7.1% |
| Germany | $413K | 6.3% |
| Pakistan | $389K | 5.9% |
| France | $350K | 5.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $312K | 4.7% |
| China | $300K | 4.5% |
| South Korea | $272K | 4.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.92 per kg, close to the world average of $3.43.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polystyrene film and sheet exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported polystyrene film and sheet worth $229 thousand (106 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Spain (36%), Libya (31%), United States (15%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+780% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $82K | 36% |
| Libya | $71K | 31% |
| United States | $33K | 15% |
| Australia | $14K | 6.1% |
| Malawi | $9K | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 3.8% |
| Sudan | $7K | 3.1% |
| Syria | $2K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt polystyrene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.30): 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 3920.30: Plastics: of polymers of styrene, 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 polystyrene film and sheet imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported polystyrene film and sheet worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply polystyrene film and sheet to Egypt?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Italy (18%) and Belgium (13%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average import price of polystyrene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.92 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $3.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polystyrene film and sheet to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. The peak was 2022 at $11.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.3 million a year.
Does Egypt also export polystyrene film and sheet?
Yes. Egypt exported $229 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, Libya and the United States. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $6.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polystyrene film and sheet?
The HS code for polystyrene film and sheet is subheading 3920.30. 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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