Uncoated printing paper imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of uncoated printing paper by Egypt reached $330.8 million in 2024 (319.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 19% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $330.8M | 319.4K t |
| 2023 | $409.7M | 357.3K t |
| 2022 | $330.9M | 273.2K t |
| 2021 | $218.1M | 263.5K t |
| 2020 | $211.7M | 313.9K t |
| 2019 | $235.4M | 294.9K t |
| 2018 | $244.5M | 272.7K t |
| 2017 | $182.7M | 226.6K t |
Where Egypt imports uncoated printing paper from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (31%), Sweden (14%), Brazil (11%). Among the main suppliers, Russia grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $101.7M | 31% |
| Sweden | $47.8M | 15% |
| Brazil | $37.0M | 11% |
| Portugal | $33.6M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $26.7M | 8.1% |
| China | $12.9M | 3.9% |
| Indonesia | $11.0M | 3.3% |
| Russia | $10.6M | 3.2% |
| Switzerland | $8.4M | 2.6% |
| Finland | $5.8M | 1.7% |
Product types under HS 4802
| 4802.55 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed… | 41% |
| 4802.56 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed… | 24% |
| 4802.57 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed… | 22% |
| 4802.61 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, in rolls | 8.6% |
| 4802.54 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed… | 1.6% |
| 4802.58 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed… | 1.6% |
| 4802.69 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, other than rolls, other than… | 1.3% |
| 4802.62 | Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, in sheets 435mm or less by… | 0.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4802.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.04 per kg, close to the world average of $1.06.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Uncoated printing paper exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $9.2 million of uncoated printing paper in 2024 (8.2 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kenya (27%), Morocco (19%), Tunisia (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+215% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $2.5M | 27% |
| Morocco | $1.7M | 19% |
| Tunisia | $1.3M | 14% |
| Uganda | $782K | 8.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $431K | 4.7% |
| Israel | $426K | 4.7% |
| Libya | $341K | 3.7% |
| Sudan | $307K | 3.4% |
| Portugal | $255K | 2.8% |
| Algeria | $224K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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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 4802: Uncoated paper and paperboard, used for writing, printing or other graphics, non perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular sheets, of any size, other than paper of heading 4801 or 4803; hand-made paper and paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of uncoated printing paper imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported uncoated printing paper worth $330.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 319.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 221 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply uncoated printing paper to Egypt?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($101.7 million), followed by Sweden (14%) and Brazil (11%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Russia grew fastest among the top ten, up 89% on the year.
What is the average import price of uncoated printing paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.04 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.06 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of uncoated printing paper to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $182.7 million in 2017 to $330.8 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. The peak was 2023 at $409.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export uncoated printing paper?
Yes. Egypt exported $9.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Morocco and Tunisia. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $321.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for uncoated printing paper?
The HS code for uncoated printing paper is heading 4802. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 4802.55 (41% of the value) and 4802.56 (24%). It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4802 page.
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