Polyurethane resins imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported polyurethane resins worth $39.8 million (11.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 13% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $55.6 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 | $39.8M | 11.6K t |
| 2023 | $35.4M | 13.5K t |
| 2022 | $52.6M | 15.1K t |
| 2021 | $55.6M | 20.7K t |
| 2020 | $44.8M | 19.6K t |
| 2019 | $50.8M | 20.6K t |
| 2018 | $54.8M | 20.8K t |
| 2017 | $34.4M | 12.2K t |
Where Egypt imports polyurethane resins from
Most of the value came from China (45%), Turkey (13%), Italy (9%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $17.9M | 45% |
| Turkey | $5.2M | 13% |
| Italy | $3.5M | 8.8% |
| Germany | $2.5M | 6.2% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 4.9% |
| India | $1.6M | 3.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $829K | 2.1% |
| Greece | $808K | 2% |
| Thailand | $741K | 1.9% |
| United States | $726K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.44 per kg, close to the world average of $3.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyurethane resins exports from Egypt
Exports of polyurethane resins by Egypt reached $4.3 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Nigeria alone took 54% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Ethiopia grew fastest (+444% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $2.4M | 54% |
| Turkey | $431K | 9.9% |
| Morocco | $306K | 7% |
| Tunisia | $234K | 5.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $173K | 4% |
| Algeria | $173K | 4% |
| Ethiopia | $148K | 3.4% |
| Lebanon | $106K | 2.4% |
| Jordan | $97K | 2.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $79K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt polyurethane resins imports (HS 3909.50): 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 3909.50: Polyurethanes: in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyurethane resins imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported polyurethane resins worth $39.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 212 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyurethane resins to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($17.9 million), followed by Turkey (13%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 310% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyurethane resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.44 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $3.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyurethane resins to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.4 million in 2017 to $39.8 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. The peak was 2021 at $55.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $46.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also export polyurethane resins?
Yes. Egypt exported $4.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Turkey and Morocco. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $35.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyurethane resins?
The HS code for polyurethane resins is subheading 3909.50. 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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