Aromatic hydrocarbons imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aromatic hydrocarbons by Egypt reached $26.7 million in 2024 (33.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 256% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $26.7M | 33.5K t |
| 2023 | $7.5M | 8.0K t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $5.4M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 11.7K t |
Where Egypt imports aromatic hydrocarbons from
Turkey alone supplied 84% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $22.4M | 84% |
| India | $1.4M | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 4.4% |
| Taiwan | $707K | 2.6% |
| Thailand | $293K | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $226K | 0.9% |
| China | $183K | 0.7% |
| Singapore | $106K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $84K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $61K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.80 per kg, close to the world average of $0.88.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aromatic hydrocarbons exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported aromatic hydrocarbons worth $12.1 million (22.4 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $10.9M | 91% |
| Belgium | $813K | 6.7% |
| Nigeria | $177K | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $165K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt aromatic hydrocarbons imports (HS 2707.50): 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 2707.50: Aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707, of which 65% or more by volume (including losses) distils at 250 degrees Celsius by the ISO 3405 method (equivalent to the ASTM D 86 method).
Common questions
What is the value of aromatic hydrocarbons imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported aromatic hydrocarbons worth $26.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 33.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 155 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 256% on 2023.
Which countries supply aromatic hydrocarbons to Egypt?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($22.4 million), followed by India (5%) and South Korea (4%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 268% on the year.
What is the average import price of aromatic hydrocarbons per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.80 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $0.88 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aromatic hydrocarbons to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $26.7 million in 2024, an increase of 305%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also export aromatic hydrocarbons?
Yes. Egypt exported $12.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Belgium and Nigeria. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $14.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for aromatic hydrocarbons?
The HS code for aromatic hydrocarbons is subheading 2707.50. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2707 page.
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