Unbleached synthetic knit fabric imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of unbleached synthetic knit fabric by Egypt reached $45.0 million in 2024 (13.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 172 countries for imports of this product. That is 66% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $45.0M | 13.5K t |
| 2023 | $27.1M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $27.1M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $14.7M | 8.3K t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $14.1M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $10.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $9.9M | 3.1K t |
Where Egypt imports unbleached synthetic knit fabric from
China alone supplied 94% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $42.1M | 94% |
| India | $898K | 2% |
| Turkey | $838K | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $493K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $183K | 0.4% |
| Uzbekistan | $131K | 0.3% |
| Israel | $109K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $96K | 0.2% |
| Vietnam | $90K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $40K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.34 per kg, 28% below the world average of $4.64, 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.
Unbleached synthetic knit fabric exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $4.8 million of unbleached synthetic knit fabric in 2024 (525 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Czech Republic (49%), Spain (26%), Germany (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $2.4M | 49% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 26% |
| Germany | $780K | 16% |
| Morocco | $106K | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $90K | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $89K | 1.9% |
| Kuwait | $75K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $42K | 0.9% |
| Qatar | $22K | 0.5% |
| United States | $18K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt unbleached synthetic knit fabric imports (HS 6006.31): 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 6006.31: Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, unbleached or bleached.
Common questions
What is the value of unbleached synthetic knit fabric imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported unbleached synthetic knit fabric worth $45.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 172 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply unbleached synthetic knit fabric to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($42.1 million), followed by India (2%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 207% on the year.
What is the average import price of unbleached synthetic knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.34 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $4.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of unbleached synthetic knit fabric to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.9 million in 2017 to $45.0 million in 2024, an increase of 357%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $19.6 million a year.
Does Egypt also export unbleached synthetic knit fabric?
Yes. Egypt exported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Czech Republic, Spain and Germany. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $40.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for unbleached synthetic knit fabric?
The HS code for unbleached synthetic knit fabric is subheading 6006.31. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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