Styrene polymers (other) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $35.1 million of styrene polymers (other) in 2024 (20.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 28% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $53.6 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 | $35.1M | 20.3K t |
| 2023 | $27.5M | 14.9K t |
| 2022 | $36.3M | 18.0K t |
| 2021 | $53.6M | 30.2K t |
| 2020 | $32.1M | 31.2K t |
| 2019 | $37.1M | 29.4K t |
| 2018 | $33.3M | 21.1K t |
| 2017 | $33.8M | 22.9K t |
Where Egypt imports styrene polymers (other) from
The largest suppliers were South Korea (32%), China (15%), Thailand (11%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+307% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $11.2M | 32% |
| China | $5.3M | 15% |
| Thailand | $3.9M | 11% |
| Germany | $3.1M | 8.7% |
| Belgium | $2.7M | 7.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.6M | 7.3% |
| Turkey | $1.9M | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $826K | 2.4% |
| United States | $588K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.73 per kg, close to the world average of $2.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Styrene polymers (other) exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $24.7 million of styrene polymers (other) in 2024 (13.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Algeria (12%), Ghana (11%), Uganda (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+195% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | $3.0M | 12% |
| Ghana | $2.8M | 11% |
| Uganda | $2.4M | 9.7% |
| Mali | $2.0M | 8.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.3M | 5.5% |
| Burkina Faso | $1.3M | 5.3% |
| Rwanda | $1.2M | 5% |
| Uruguay | $748K | 3% |
| Ethiopia | $631K | 2.6% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $629K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt styrene polymers (other) imports (HS 3903.90): 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 3903.90: Styrene polymers: in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3903.
Common questions
What is the value of styrene polymers (other) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported styrene polymers (other) worth $35.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 189 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply styrene polymers (other) to Egypt?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by China (15%) and Thailand (11%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 307% on the year.
What is the average import price of styrene polymers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.73 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $2.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of styrene polymers (other) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $33.8 million in 2017 to $35.1 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $53.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also export styrene polymers (other)?
Yes. Egypt exported $24.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Algeria, Ghana and Uganda. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $10.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for styrene polymers (other)?
The HS code for styrene polymers (other) is subheading 3903.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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