Synthetic filament yarn (other) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic filament yarn (other) by Egypt reached $2.6 million in 2024 (772 tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $10.8 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 | $2.6M | 772 t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 703 t |
| 2022 | $10.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $7.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $8.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $837K | 354 t |
| 2017 | $664K | 340 t |
Where Egypt imports synthetic filament yarn (other) from
China alone supplied 77% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 77% |
| Thailand | $340K | 13% |
| India | $127K | 4.9% |
| Malaysia | $54K | 2.1% |
| Indonesia | $35K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $24K | 0.9% |
| Brazil | $6K | 0.2% |
| Greece | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.34 per kg, 56% below the world average of $7.65, 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.
Synthetic filament yarn (other) exports from Egypt
Exports of synthetic filament yarn (other) by Egypt reached $575 thousand in 2024 (0 tonnes). Libya alone took 87% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+746% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $500K | 87% |
| Sudan | $75K | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt synthetic filament yarn (other) imports (HS 5402.49): 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 5402.49: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic filament yarn (other) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported synthetic filament yarn (other) worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 772 tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 138 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic filament yarn (other) to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Thailand (13%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 107% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic filament yarn (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.34 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $7.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic filament yarn (other) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $664 thousand in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 289%. The peak was 2022 at $10.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also export synthetic filament yarn (other)?
Yes. Egypt exported $575 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Sudan and Saudi Arabia. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic filament yarn (other)?
The HS code for synthetic filament yarn (other) is subheading 5402.49. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Egypt, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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