Rubber plasticizers imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported rubber plasticizers worth $3.3 million (993 tonnes). That is 31% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.9 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 | $3.3M | 993 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 982 t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 5.2K t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 6.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 759 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 769 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 1.0K t |
Where Egypt imports rubber plasticizers from
Most of the value came from China (40%), Spain (18%), Brazil (14%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+260% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 40% |
| Spain | $590K | 18% |
| Brazil | $459K | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $331K | 10% |
| Germany | $92K | 2.8% |
| Switzerland | $79K | 2.4% |
| Taiwan | $72K | 2.2% |
| South Korea | $70K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $68K | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $60K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.27 per kg, 27% above the world average of $2.57. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Egypt rubber plasticizers imports (HS 3812.20): 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 3812.20: Plasticisers, compound: for rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber plasticizers imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported rubber plasticizers worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 993 tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 165 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber plasticizers to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Spain (18%) and Brazil (14%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 260% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber plasticizers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.27 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $2.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber plasticizers to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2022 at $9.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber plasticizers?
The HS code for rubber plasticizers is subheading 3812.20. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3812 page.
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