Ceramic dinnerware imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $4.9 million of ceramic dinnerware in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 5% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $14.5 million.
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 | $4.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $12.5M | 5.5K t |
| 2020 | $14.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2019 | $7.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 655 t |
Where Egypt imports ceramic dinnerware from
The largest suppliers were China (38%), Turkey (29%), Malaysia (11%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 38% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 29% |
| Malaysia | $533K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $428K | 8.7% |
| Italy | $255K | 5.2% |
| Portugal | $135K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $88K | 1.8% |
| France | $60K | 1.2% |
| Thailand | $32K | 0.7% |
| Romania | $20K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.83 per kg, close to the world average of $3.26.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ceramic dinnerware exports from Egypt
Exports of ceramic dinnerware by Egypt reached $969 thousand in 2024 (286 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Germany (36%), Australia (10%), Brazil (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+729% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $347K | 36% |
| Australia | $93K | 9.6% |
| Brazil | $70K | 7.2% |
| France | $61K | 6.3% |
| Kuwait | $61K | 6.3% |
| Turkey | $40K | 4.2% |
| Lebanon | $39K | 4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $38K | 3.9% |
| Spain | $38K | 3.9% |
| India | $29K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 6912: Ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles; other than of porcelain or china.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic dinnerware imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported ceramic dinnerware worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic dinnerware to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Turkey (29%) and Malaysia (11%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 76% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic dinnerware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.83 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $3.26 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 ceramic dinnerware to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 223%. The peak was 2020 at $14.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export ceramic dinnerware?
Yes. Egypt exported $969 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Australia and Brazil. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for ceramic dinnerware?
The HS code for ceramic dinnerware is heading 6912. In Egypt all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 6912.00. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6912 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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