Flax fiber imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of flax fiber by Ethiopia reached $4.5 million in 2024 (452 tonnes). Value rose 57% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 156% 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 | $4.5M | 452 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 402 t |
| 2022 | $213K | 47 t |
| 2021 | $145K | 39 t |
| 2020 | $433K | 104 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 891 t |
| 2018 | $11K | 5 t |
| 2017 | $6K | 0 t |
Where Ethiopia imports flax fiber from
France alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+159% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.9M | 64% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 36% |
| Italy | $6K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5301
| 5301.21 | Scutched flax fiber | 100% |
| 5301.29 | Hackled flax fiber | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5301.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.89 per kg, 181% above the world average of $3.52. 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.
Flax fiber exports from Ethiopia
In 2024, Ethiopia exported flax fiber worth $11.0 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 76 countries for exports of this product. China alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+212% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.9M | 100% |
| Ireland | $20K | 0.2% |
| Moldova | $0K | 0% |
| Montenegro | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia flax fiber imports (HS 5301): 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 5301: Flax, raw or processed but not spun; flax tow and waste (including yarn waste and garnetted stock).
Common questions
What is the value of flax fiber imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported flax fiber worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 452 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 160 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 57% on 2023.
Which countries supply flax fiber to Ethiopia?
France was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by Belgium (35%) and Italy (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 159% on the year.
What is the average import price of flax fiber per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.89 per kg in 2024, 181% above the world average of $3.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of flax fiber to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6 thousand in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also export flax fiber?
Yes. Ethiopia exported $11.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Ireland and Moldova. That compares with imports of $4.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for flax fiber?
The HS code for flax fiber is heading 5301. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 5301.21 (100% of the value) and 5301.29 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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