Concrete blocks exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of concrete blocks by Egypt reached $5.8 million in 2024 (27.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 133% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 112% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.8M | 27.4K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 12.8K t |
| 2022 | $353K | 564 t |
| 2021 | $51K | 254 t |
| 2020 | $13K | 44 t |
| 2019 | $39K | 124 t |
| 2018 | $12K | 39 t |
| 2017 | $30K | 92 t |
Where Egypt exports concrete blocks to
Israel alone took 94% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+567% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $5.4M | 94% |
| Libya | $139K | 2.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $107K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $72K | 1.2% |
| Cyprus | $33K | 0.6% |
| India | $6K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 0.1% |
| Qatar | $4K | 0.1% |
| Sudan | $4K | 0.1% |
| Malta | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.21 per kg, 31% above the world average of $0.16. 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.
Concrete blocks imports to Egypt
In 2024, Egypt imported concrete blocks worth $3.2 million (19.9 thousand tonnes). Turkey alone supplied 74% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+920% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $2.4M | 74% |
| Saudi Arabia | $609K | 19% |
| China | $193K | 6% |
| France | $19K | 0.6% |
| Greece | $18K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt concrete blocks exports (HS 6810.11): 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 6810.11: Cement, concrete or artificial stone: building blocks or bricks, whether or not reinforced.
Common questions
What is the value of concrete blocks exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported concrete blocks worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 129 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 133% on 2023.
Which countries buy concrete blocks from Egypt?
Israel was the largest buyer with 94% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Libya (2%) and Saudi Arabia (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 18 buyer countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 567% on the year.
What is the average export price of concrete blocks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.21 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $0.16 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of concrete blocks from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $30 thousand in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also import concrete blocks?
Yes. Egypt imported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, Saudi Arabia and China. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for concrete blocks?
The HS code for concrete blocks is subheading 6810.11. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6810 page.
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