Twisted nylon filament yarn imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of twisted nylon filament yarn by Egypt reached $2.4 million in 2024 (285 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 127 countries. That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $2.4M | 285 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 258 t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 177 t |
| 2021 | $122K | 17 t |
| 2020 | $716K | 71 t |
| 2019 | $602K | 97 t |
| 2018 | $557K | 84 t |
| 2017 | $575K | 96 t |
Where Egypt imports twisted nylon filament yarn from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 88% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+774% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 88% |
| India | $180K | 7.6% |
| Turkey | $39K | 1.6% |
| United States | $38K | 1.6% |
| Thailand | $35K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $1K | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.27 per kg, 54% above the world average of $5.37. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt twisted nylon filament yarn imports (HS 5402.51): 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 5402.51: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of nylon or other polymides (not high tenacity or textured), single, twisted more than 50 turns per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of twisted nylon filament yarn imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported twisted nylon filament yarn worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 285 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 127 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply twisted nylon filament yarn to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by India (8%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 774% on the year.
What is the average import price of twisted nylon filament yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.27 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $5.37 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of twisted nylon filament yarn to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $575 thousand in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 310%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for twisted nylon filament yarn?
The HS code for twisted nylon filament yarn is subheading 5402.51. 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.
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