Small paper sacks and bags imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported small paper sacks and bags worth $6.2 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). That is 77% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $8.7 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 | $6.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $8.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 918 t |
Where Egypt imports small paper sacks and bags from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+509% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.1M | 51% |
| Kenya | $1.1M | 19% |
| China | $689K | 11% |
| Turkey | $305K | 4.9% |
| Lebanon | $302K | 4.9% |
| Italy | $289K | 4.7% |
| Vietnam | $122K | 2% |
| Greece | $43K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $39K | 0.6% |
| France | $30K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.06 per kg, close to the world average of $2.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Small paper sacks and bags exports from Egypt
Exports of small paper sacks and bags by Egypt reached $5.5 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Israel accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+272% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $3.3M | 60% |
| United Kingdom | $562K | 10% |
| Saudi Arabia | $545K | 9.9% |
| Germany | $146K | 2.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $146K | 2.7% |
| Libya | $146K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $125K | 2.3% |
| Oman | $108K | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $92K | 1.7% |
| United States | $69K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt small paper sacks and bags imports (HS 4819.40): 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 4819.40: Paper and paperboard: sacks and bags, including cones, of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres, having a base width less than 40cm.
Common questions
What is the value of small paper sacks and bags imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported small paper sacks and bags worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 77% on 2023.
Which countries supply small paper sacks and bags to Egypt?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Kenya (19%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 833% on the year.
What is the average import price of small paper sacks and bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.06 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $2.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of small paper sacks and bags to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. The peak was 2021 at $8.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Egypt also export small paper sacks and bags?
Yes. Egypt exported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, the United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia. That compares with imports of $6.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for small paper sacks and bags?
The HS code for small paper sacks and bags is subheading 4819.40. 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 4819 page.
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