Amine imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported amine worth $35.0 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $35.0M | 5.2K t |
| 2023 | $32.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $32.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $20.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2020 | $18.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $18.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $15.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $14.7M | 3.2K t |
Where Egypt imports amine from
Most of the value came from Belgium (20%), India (14%), United States (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+313% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $7.0M | 20% |
| India | $4.9M | 14% |
| United States | $4.6M | 13% |
| China | $4.6M | 13% |
| Norway | $3.6M | 10% |
| Singapore | $3.4M | 9.8% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 6% |
| Mexico | $804K | 2.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $798K | 2.3% |
| Switzerland | $693K | 2% |
Product types under HS 2921
| 2921.49 | Amine-function compounds: aromatic monoamines and their derivatives: salts thereof: n.e.c. in item no. 2921.4 | 21% |
| 2921.45 | Amine-function compounds: aromatic monoamines and their derivatives: 1-naphthylamine (alpha-naphthylamine), 2-naphthylamine (beta-naphthaylamine) and… | 18% |
| 2921.29 | Amine-function compounds: acyclic polyamines and their derivatives, and salts thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 2921.2 | 16% |
| 2921.59 | Amine-function compounds: aromatic polyamines and their derivatives, other than item no. 2921.51 | 15% |
| 2921.30 | Amine-function compounds: cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic mono- or polyamines and their derivatives: salts thereof | 10% |
| 2921.19 | Amine-function compounds: acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, and salts thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 2921.1 | 6.9% |
| 2921.51 | Amine-function compounds: aromatic amines and their derivatives: o-, m-, p-phenylenediamine, diaminotoluenes and their derivatives: salts thereof | 6.4% |
| 2921.11 | Amine-function compounds: acyclic monoamines and their derivatives, methylamine, di- or trimethylamine and their salts | 2.2% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2921.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.76 per kg, 134% above the world average of $2.89. 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.
Amine exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported amine worth $317 thousand (2 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Switzerland accounted for 98% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $312K | 98% |
| Libya | $3K | 0.8% |
| Lebanon | $2K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.2% |
| New Zealand | $1K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 2921: Amine-function compounds.
Common questions
What is the value of amine imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported amine worth $35.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 188 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply amine to Egypt?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by India (14%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 313% on the year.
What is the average import price of amine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.76 per kg in 2024, 134% above the world average of $2.89 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of amine to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.7 million in 2017 to $35.0 million in 2024, an increase of 138%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export amine?
Yes. Egypt exported $317 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, Libya and Lebanon. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $34.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for amine?
The HS code for amine is heading 2921. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 2921.49 (21% of the value) and 2921.45 (18%). It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2921 page.
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