Terephthalic acid imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported terephthalic acid worth $215.8 million (317.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 88 countries. Value fell 36% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 128% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $432.8 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 | $215.8M | 317.2K t |
| 2023 | $337.8M | 417.1K t |
| 2022 | $432.8M | 443.5K t |
| 2021 | $237.8M | 350.7K t |
| 2020 | $126.2M | 269.0K t |
| 2019 | $134.6M | 172.1K t |
| 2018 | $90.9M | 94.9K t |
| 2017 | $680K | 1.0K t |
Where Egypt imports terephthalic acid from
China alone supplied 93% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $201.3M | 93% |
| Thailand | $14.3M | 6.6% |
| Malaysia | $49K | 0% |
| Spain | $44K | 0% |
| South Korea | $28K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.68 per kg, close to the world average of $0.79.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Terephthalic acid exports from Egypt
Exports of terephthalic acid by Egypt reached $2.0 million in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+167% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.1M | 54% |
| China | $937K | 46% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt terephthalic acid imports (HS 2917.36): 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 2917.36: Acids: aromatic polycarboxylic acids: terephthalic acid and its salts.
Common questions
What is the value of terephthalic acid imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported terephthalic acid worth $215.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 317.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 88 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply terephthalic acid to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($201.3 million), followed by Thailand (7%) and Malaysia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of terephthalic acid per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.68 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $0.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of terephthalic acid to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $680 thousand in 2017 to $215.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $432.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $197.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also export terephthalic acid?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey and China. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $213.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for terephthalic acid?
The HS code for terephthalic acid is subheading 2917.36. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2917 page.
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