Active yeast exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported active yeast worth $92.4 million (29.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 139 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% 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 | $92.4M | 29.8K t |
| 2023 | $87.0M | 28.6K t |
| 2022 | $87.7M | 30.3K t |
| 2021 | $37.5M | 14.7K t |
| 2020 | $32.4M | 13.5K t |
| 2019 | $26.0M | 12.8K t |
| 2018 | $15.7M | 7.2K t |
| 2017 | $10.6M | 5.2K t |
Where Egypt exports active yeast to
The largest buyer markets were Kenya (13%), Saudi Arabia (9%), United States (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+206% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $12.2M | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.4M | 9% |
| United States | $7.3M | 7.9% |
| Sudan | $7.1M | 7.7% |
| Morocco | $5.3M | 5.7% |
| Libya | $5.0M | 5.4% |
| Jordan | $4.6M | 5% |
| Spain | $4.5M | 4.9% |
| Rwanda | $4.4M | 4.7% |
| Algeria | $4.1M | 4.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.10 per kg, 35% above the world average of $2.30. 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.
Active yeast imports to Egypt
Imports of active yeast by Egypt reached $6.6 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Russia (31%), Turkey (19%), Denmark (16%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+409% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $2.1M | 32% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 19% |
| Denmark | $1.1M | 16% |
| United States | $483K | 7.3% |
| Indonesia | $464K | 7% |
| France | $399K | 6% |
| Belgium | $394K | 6% |
| China | $137K | 2.1% |
| Morocco | $131K | 2% |
| Netherlands | $58K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt active yeast exports (HS 2102.10): 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 2102.10: Yeasts: active.
Common questions
What is the value of active yeast exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported active yeast worth $92.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 139 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy active yeast from Egypt?
Kenya was the largest buyer with 13% of the value ($12.2 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (9%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 30%, out of 77 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 206% on the year.
What is the average export price of active yeast per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.10 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $2.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of active yeast from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10.6 million in 2017 to $92.4 million in 2024, an increase of 769%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $48.7 million a year.
Does Egypt also import active yeast?
Yes. Egypt imported $6.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Russia, Turkey and Denmark. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $85.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for active yeast?
The HS code for active yeast is subheading 2102.10. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2102 page.
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