Self-adhesive paper imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of self-adhesive paper by Egypt reached $20.6 million in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 17% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $32.1 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 | $20.6M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $24.7M | 8.4K t |
| 2022 | $27.1M | 8.8K t |
| 2021 | $32.1M | 13.1K t |
| 2020 | $29.0M | 12.2K t |
| 2019 | $25.4M | 11.1K t |
| 2018 | $20.9M | 8.9K t |
| 2017 | $19.1M | 8.8K t |
Where Egypt imports self-adhesive paper from
China alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.9M | 68% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 5.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $906K | 4.4% |
| Netherlands | $853K | 4.2% |
| Spain | $534K | 2.6% |
| France | $513K | 2.5% |
| Hong Kong | $368K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $325K | 1.6% |
| Luxembourg | $269K | 1.3% |
| Indonesia | $258K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.86 per kg, 31% above the world average of $2.94. 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.
Self-adhesive paper exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $2.2 million of self-adhesive paper in 2024 (705 tonnes). Most of it went to Turkey (26%), Tunisia (19%), Morocco (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+362% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt self-adhesive paper imports (HS 4811.41): 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 4811.41: Paper and paperboard: self-adhesive, in rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Common questions
What is the value of self-adhesive paper imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported self-adhesive paper worth $20.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-adhesive paper to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($13.9 million), followed by Italy (6%) and the United Arab Emirates (4%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 315% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-adhesive paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.86 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $2.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of self-adhesive paper to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.1 million in 2017 to $20.6 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2021 at $32.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also export self-adhesive paper?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Tunisia and Morocco. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $18.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-adhesive paper?
The HS code for self-adhesive paper is subheading 4811.41. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4811 page.
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