Toilet paper and tissues imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported toilet paper and tissues worth $2.1 million (967 tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $2.1M | 967 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 904 t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 486 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 433 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 466 t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 703 t |
| 2018 | $790K | 390 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 358 t |
Where Ethiopia imports toilet paper and tissues from
China alone supplied 80% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+579% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 80% |
| Egypt | $140K | 6.6% |
| Kenya | $94K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $90K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $38K | 1.8% |
| United States | $27K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $21K | 1% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $9K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 4818
| 4818.90 | Paper and cellulose articles (other) | 40% |
| 4818.10 | Toilet paper | 28% |
| 4818.20 | Facial tissues and paper towels | 21% |
| 4818.30 | Paper tablecloths and napkins | 9.7% |
| 4818.50 | Paper clothing and accessories | 1.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4818.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.19 per kg, close to the world average of $2.39.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia toilet paper and tissues imports (HS 4818): 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 4818: Toilet paper, width 36cm or less or cut to size/shape; handkerchiefs, tissues, towels, serviettes, bed sheets and similar household or hospital articles, apparel and clothing accessories of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of toilet paper and tissues imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported toilet paper and tissues worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 967 tonnes. That ranks it 154th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply toilet paper and tissues to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Egypt (7%) and Kenya (4%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 579% on the year.
What is the average import price of toilet paper and tissues per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.19 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $2.39 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of toilet paper and tissues to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 74%. The peak was 2023 at $2.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for toilet paper and tissues?
The HS code for toilet paper and tissues is heading 4818. In Ethiopia the largest six-digit codes were 4818.90 (40% of the value) and 4818.10 (28%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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