Polyvinyl acetate emulsion exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of polyvinyl acetate emulsion by Egypt reached $7.4 million in 2024 (5.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 85 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 24% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $12.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.4M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 6.5K t |
| 2022 | $12.3M | 7.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 1.4K t |
Where Egypt exports polyvinyl acetate emulsion to
Most of it went to Iraq (12%), Libya (11%), Kenya (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.31 per kg, close to the world average of $1.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyvinyl acetate emulsion imports to Egypt
In 2024, Egypt imported polyvinyl acetate emulsion worth $5.7 million (6.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+479% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $4.1M | 72% |
| China | $922K | 16% |
| Germany | $239K | 4.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $207K | 3.6% |
| South Korea | $113K | 2% |
| India | $82K | 1.4% |
| Taiwan | $26K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.2% |
| United States | $5K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt polyvinyl acetate emulsion exports (HS 3905.12): 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 3905.12: Poly(vinyl acetate): in aqueous dispersion, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl acetate emulsion exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported polyvinyl acetate emulsion worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 85 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyvinyl acetate emulsion from Egypt?
Iraq was the largest buyer with 12% of the value ($901 thousand), followed by Libya (11%) and Kenya (11%). The top three together account for 35%, out of 46 buyer countries in total. Rwanda grew fastest among the top ten, up 96% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyvinyl acetate emulsion per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.31 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $1.40 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of polyvinyl acetate emulsion from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 350%. The peak was 2022 at $12.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also import polyvinyl acetate emulsion?
Yes. Egypt imported $5.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, China and Germany. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl acetate emulsion?
The HS code for polyvinyl acetate emulsion is subheading 3905.12. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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