Glass fiber exports from Ethiopia: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of glass fiber by Ethiopia reached $2.1 million in 2024 (8 tonnes). That is 2229% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 189% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.1M | 8 t |
| 2023 | $88K | 1 t |
| 2022 | $5K | - |
| 2021 | $3K | 0 t |
| 2020 | $0K | - |
| 2019 | $0K | - |
| 2018 | $4K | 1 t |
Where Ethiopia exports glass fiber to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.1M | 100% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0.1% |
| Burkina Faso | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7019
| 7019.90 | Glass fibre products (other) | 100% |
| 7019.31 | Glass fibre mats | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7019.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $257.32 per kg, 10276% above the world average of $2.48. 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.
Glass fiber imports to Ethiopia
Ethiopia imported $1.9 million of glass fiber in 2024 (397 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (39%), United States (38%), India (10%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $726K | 39% |
| United States | $708K | 38% |
| India | $187K | 10% |
| Brazil | $153K | 8.2% |
| United Kingdom | $35K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $21K | 1.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $18K | 1% |
| Turkey | $12K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $7K | 0.4% |
| Sweden | $4K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia glass fiber exports (HS 7019): 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 7019: Glass fibres (including glass wool) and articles thereof (e.g. yarn, rovings, woven fabrics).
Common questions
What is the value of glass fiber exported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia exported glass fiber worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8 tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 160 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports.
Which countries buy glass fiber from Ethiopia?
The United States was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Uganda (0%) and Burkina Faso (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of glass fiber per kg?
The average declared export value was about $257.32 per kg in 2024, 10276% above the world average of $2.48 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of glass fiber from Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4 thousand in 2018 to $2.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $308 thousand a year.
Does Ethiopia also import glass fiber?
Yes. Ethiopia imported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United States and India. That compares with exports of $2.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for glass fiber?
The HS code for glass fiber is heading 7019. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 7019.90 (100% of the value) and 7019.31 (0%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ethiopia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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