Rigid PVC compounds imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $18.3 million of rigid pvc compounds in 2024 (11.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 110% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 59% 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 | $18.3M | 11.3K t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $9.5M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 468 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $715K | 451 t |
| 2018 | $854K | 453 t |
| 2017 | $716K | 473 t |
Where Egypt imports rigid pvc compounds from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (28%), France (20%), Germany (20%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+355% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $5.1M | 28% |
| France | $3.7M | 20% |
| Germany | $3.6M | 20% |
| Sweden | $1.2M | 6.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 6.1% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 6.1% |
| China | $869K | 4.7% |
| Poland | $408K | 2.2% |
| Norway | $350K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $332K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.62 per kg, close to the world average of $1.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rigid PVC compounds exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $5.4 million of rigid pvc compounds in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Morocco (50%), Lebanon (20%), Libya (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+611% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $2.7M | 50% |
| Lebanon | $1.1M | 20% |
| Libya | $599K | 11% |
| Yemen | $529K | 9.9% |
| Tunisia | $313K | 5.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $92K | 1.7% |
| Guinea | $64K | 1.2% |
| Syria | $37K | 0.7% |
| Sudan | $10K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt rigid pvc compounds imports (HS 3904.21): 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 3904.21: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: non-plasticised poly(vinyl chloride), in primary forms, mixed with other substances.
Common questions
What is the value of rigid pvc compounds imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported rigid pvc compounds worth $18.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 166 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 110% on 2023.
Which countries supply rigid pvc compounds to Egypt?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by France (20%) and Germany (20%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 355% on the year.
What is the average import price of rigid pvc compounds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.62 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $1.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rigid pvc compounds to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $716 thousand in 2017 to $18.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does Egypt also export rigid pvc compounds?
Yes. Egypt exported $5.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Lebanon and Libya. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $13.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for rigid pvc compounds?
The HS code for rigid pvc compounds is subheading 3904.21. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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