Compound optical microscopes imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported compound optical microscopes worth $3.6 million (24 tonnes). That is 25% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $3.6M | 25 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 18 t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 22 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 54 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 37 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 18 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 12 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 9 t |
Where Egypt imports compound optical microscopes from
Most of the value came from Singapore (42%), China (29%), Germany (8%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+583% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $1.5M | 42% |
| China | $1.0M | 29% |
| Germany | $302K | 8.4% |
| Italy | $181K | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $97K | 2.7% |
| Hungary | $93K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $89K | 2.5% |
| Sweden | $78K | 2.2% |
| Japan | $74K | 2.1% |
| India | $64K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $146.69 per kg, 32% below the world average of $215.49, 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.
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The shipment records behind Egypt compound optical microscopes imports (HS 9011.80): 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 9011.80: Microscopes, compound optical: (other than stereoscopic and microscopes for photomicrography, cinephotomicrography or microprojection).
Common questions
What is the value of compound optical microscopes imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported compound optical microscopes worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply compound optical microscopes to Egypt?
Singapore was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by China (29%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 583% on the year.
What is the average import price of compound optical microscopes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $146.69 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $215.49 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of compound optical microscopes to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 224%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for compound optical microscopes?
The HS code for compound optical microscopes is subheading 9011.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9011 page.
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