Synthetic wadding imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported synthetic wadding worth $16.4 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 240% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average.
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 | $16.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 370 t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 676 t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 747 t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 394 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 157 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 139 t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 1.2K t |
Where Egypt imports synthetic wadding from
United Arab Emirates alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+434% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $10.8M | 66% |
| China | $3.3M | 20% |
| Poland | $1.6M | 9.5% |
| Spain | $306K | 1.9% |
| Israel | $128K | 0.8% |
| Bulgaria | $105K | 0.6% |
| Lebanon | $69K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $64K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $17K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $11K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.51 per kg, 21% above the world average of $10.32. 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.
Synthetic wadding exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported synthetic wadding worth $2.5 million (194 tonnes). Most of it went to Libya (46%), Saudi Arabia (28%), Algeria (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+516% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $1.1M | 46% |
| Saudi Arabia | $676K | 28% |
| Algeria | $286K | 12% |
| Jordan | $116K | 4.8% |
| Tunisia | $56K | 2.3% |
| Venezuela | $55K | 2.2% |
| Bulgaria | $41K | 1.7% |
| Morocco | $41K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $31K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $13K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt synthetic wadding imports (HS 5601.22): 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 5601.22: Wadding: other articles thereof, of man-made fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic wadding imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported synthetic wadding worth $16.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 198 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 240% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic wadding to Egypt?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($10.8 million), followed by China (20%) and Poland (9%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 434% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic wadding per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.51 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $10.32 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 wadding to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $16.4 million in 2024, an increase of 315%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
Does Egypt also export synthetic wadding?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Saudi Arabia and Algeria. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $13.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic wadding?
The HS code for synthetic wadding is subheading 5601.22. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5601 page.
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