Synthetic dyes (other) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $15.2 million of synthetic dyes (other) in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $21.7 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 | $15.2M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $15.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $18.0M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $21.7M | 6.7K t |
| 2020 | $14.0M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $14.1M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $12.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $13.7M | 4.5K t |
Where Egypt imports synthetic dyes (other) from
Most of the value came from India (32%), Spain (16%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.8M | 32% |
| Spain | $2.4M | 16% |
| China | $1.5M | 10% |
| Turkey | $1.5M | 9.8% |
| Greece | $958K | 6.3% |
| Belgium | $581K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $544K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $511K | 3.4% |
| Morocco | $315K | 2.1% |
| Hungary | $297K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.39 per kg, 62% below the world average of $8.86, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 synthetic dyes (other) imports (HS 3204.19): 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 3204.19: Dyes: n.e.c., including mixtures of colouring matter of two or more of those from item no. 3204.11 to 3204.19.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic dyes (other) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported synthetic dyes (other) worth $15.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 195 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic dyes (other) to Egypt?
India was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Spain (16%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 41% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic dyes (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.39 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $8.86 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of synthetic dyes (other) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.7 million in 2017 to $15.2 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. The peak was 2021 at $21.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic dyes (other)?
The HS code for synthetic dyes (other) is subheading 3204.19. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3204 page.
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