Copper plate and sheet exports from Egypt: data and top buyer countries
In 2024, Egypt exported copper plate and sheet worth $8.2 million. Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 52% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 169% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $17.1 million.
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 | $8.2M | - |
| 2023 | $17.1M | - |
| 2022 | $1.3M | - |
| 2020 | $10K | - |
| 2018 | $7K | 1 t |
| 2017 | $8K | 1 t |
Where Egypt exports copper plate and sheet to
One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 97% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.9M | 97% |
| Italy | $116K | 1.4% |
| United States | $48K | 0.6% |
| Canada | $41K | 0.5% |
| Malta | $34K | 0.4% |
| Switzerland | $5K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $3K | 0% |
| Singapore | $2K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0% |
| Japan | $1K | 0% |
Copper plate and sheet imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $7.2 million of copper plate and sheet in 2024 (650 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from DR Congo (46%), China (27%), United Arab Emirates (8%). Among the main suppliers, Russia grew fastest (+459% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $3.3M | 46% |
| China | $2.0M | 27% |
| United Arab Emirates | $603K | 8.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $412K | 5.7% |
| Russia | $215K | 3% |
| Spain | $129K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $127K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $122K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $104K | 1.4% |
| France | $75K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt copper plate and sheet exports (HS 7409.19): 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 7409.19: Copper: plates and sheets, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper, not in coils.
Common questions
What is the value of copper plate and sheet exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported copper plate and sheet worth $8.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data. That ranks it 21st of 98 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 52% on 2023.
Which countries buy copper plate and sheet from Egypt?
China was the largest buyer with 97% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by Italy (1%) and the United States (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 14 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 339% on the year.
How have exports of copper plate and sheet from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8 thousand in 2017 to $8.2 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $17.1 million. Over 6 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does Egypt also import copper plate and sheet?
Yes. Egypt imported $7.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the DR Congo, China and the United Arab Emirates. That compares with exports of $8.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for copper plate and sheet?
The HS code for copper plate and sheet is subheading 7409.19. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7409 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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