Denatured alcohol exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported denatured alcohol worth $4.1 million (3.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 44% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 147% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.3 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 | $4.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $6.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $42K | 48 t |
| 2020 | $154K | 170 t |
| 2017 | $7K | 9 t |
Where Egypt exports denatured alcohol to
Italy alone took 53% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+333% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.2M | 53% |
| Saudi Arabia | $771K | 19% |
| Lebanon | $614K | 15% |
| Morocco | $336K | 8.2% |
| Algeria | $65K | 1.6% |
| Syria | $61K | 1.5% |
| Iraq | $37K | 0.9% |
| Sudan | $16K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.17 per kg, close to the world average of $1.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Denatured alcohol imports to Egypt
Imports of denatured alcohol by Egypt reached $1.5 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Pakistan (29%), United States (27%), South Africa (22%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $446K | 29% |
| United States | $404K | 27% |
| South Africa | $330K | 22% |
| France | $296K | 20% |
| Jordan | $32K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $8K | 0.5% |
| Japan | $3K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| Malta | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt denatured alcohol exports (HS 2207.20): 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 2207.20: Ethyl alcohol and other spirits: denatured, of any strength.
Common questions
What is the value of denatured alcohol exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported denatured alcohol worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 108 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries buy denatured alcohol from Egypt?
Italy was the largest buyer with 53% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (19%) and Lebanon (15%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 8 buyer countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 333% on the year.
What is the average export price of denatured alcohol per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.17 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $1.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of denatured alcohol from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7 thousand in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $7.3 million. Over 6 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also import denatured alcohol?
Yes. Egypt imported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Pakistan, the United States and South Africa. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for denatured alcohol?
The HS code for denatured alcohol is subheading 2207.20. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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