Alumina-silica refractory ceramics imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported alumina-silica refractory ceramics worth $12.3 million (3.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 4% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $11.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $13.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 15.3K t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 4.9K t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $9.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2017 | $9.1M | 3.0K t |
Where Egypt imports alumina-silica refractory ceramics from
Most of the value came from China (24%), Turkey (18%), Poland (16%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.9M | 24% |
| Turkey | $2.2M | 18% |
| Poland | $2.0M | 16% |
| India | $1.7M | 14% |
| Germany | $960K | 7.8% |
| Italy | $794K | 6.5% |
| Czech Republic | $420K | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $420K | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $412K | 3.4% |
| Japan | $118K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.51 per kg, 32% below the world average of $5.18, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Alumina-silica refractory ceramics exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $453 thousand of alumina-silica refractory ceramics in 2024 (90 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (40%), Tunisia (34%), South Africa (9%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $179K | 40% |
| Tunisia | $155K | 34% |
| South Africa | $39K | 8.7% |
| Jordan | $35K | 7.8% |
| Morocco | $32K | 7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $12K | 2.7% |
| United States | $0K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0.1% |
| Malta | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt alumina-silica refractory ceramics imports (HS 6903.20): 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 6903.20: Refractory ceramic goods: containing by weight more than 50% of alumina or of a mixture or compound of alumina and of silica, excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or similar earths.
Common questions
What is the value of alumina-silica refractory ceramics imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported alumina-silica refractory ceramics worth $12.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 177 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply alumina-silica refractory ceramics to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by Turkey (18%) and Poland (16%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average import price of alumina-silica refractory ceramics per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.51 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $5.18 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of alumina-silica refractory ceramics to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.1 million in 2017 to $12.3 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. The peak was 2022 at $13.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.4 million a year.
Does Egypt also export alumina-silica refractory ceramics?
Yes. Egypt exported $453 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Tunisia and South Africa. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $11.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for alumina-silica refractory ceramics?
The HS code for alumina-silica refractory ceramics is subheading 6903.20. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6903 page.
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