Degreased shorn wool imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $4.9 million of degreased shorn wool in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 4% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $9.3 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 | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $9.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 1.1K t |
Where Egypt imports degreased shorn wool from
The largest suppliers were New Zealand (48%), United Kingdom (27%), Uruguay (25%). Among the main suppliers, New Zealand grew fastest (+145% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | $2.4M | 48% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 27% |
| Uruguay | $1.2M | 25% |
| India | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.38 per kg, 35% above the world average of $2.51. 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.
Degreased shorn wool exports from Egypt
Exports of degreased shorn wool by Egypt reached $237 thousand in 2024 (108 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $171K | 72% |
| United Kingdom | $66K | 28% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt degreased shorn wool imports (HS 5101.21): 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 5101.21: Wool: (not carded or combed), degreased, (not carbonised), shorn.
Common questions
What is the value of degreased shorn wool imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported degreased shorn wool worth $4.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 81 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply degreased shorn wool to Egypt?
New Zealand was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (27%) and Uruguay (25%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. New Zealand grew fastest among the top ten, up 145% on the year.
What is the average import price of degreased shorn wool per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.38 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $2.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of degreased shorn wool to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $4.9 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. The peak was 2021 at $9.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Egypt also export degreased shorn wool?
Yes. Egypt exported $237 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India and the United Kingdom. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for degreased shorn wool?
The HS code for degreased shorn wool is subheading 5101.21. It sits in HS chapter 51 (wool, fine or coarse animal hair; horsehair yarn and woven fabric). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5101 page.
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