Detonator imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported detonator worth $12.9 million (471 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 17% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.9M | 471 t |
| 2023 | $11.0M | 479 t |
| 2022 | $12.7M | 446 t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 404 t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 270 t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 167 t |
| 2018 | $11.0M | 291 t |
| 2017 | $15.5M | 367 t |
Where Egypt imports detonator from
Most of the value came from Bosnia Herzegovina (36%), Spain (27%), India (24%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+239% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $4.6M | 36% |
| Spain | $3.5M | 27% |
| India | $3.1M | 24% |
| United States | $1.0M | 7.8% |
| Italy | $321K | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $257K | 2% |
| Germany | $67K | 0.5% |
| Austria | $43K | 0.3% |
| Greece | $29K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $27.33 per kg, 42% below the world average of $46.92, 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.
Detonator exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $486 thousand of detonator in 2024. Sudan alone took 100% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Sudan grew fastest (+149% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sudan | $486K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 3603: Safety fuses; detonating cords; percussion or detonating caps; igniters; electric detonators.
Common questions
What is the value of detonator imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported detonator worth $12.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 471 tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 188 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply detonator to Egypt?
Bosnia Herzegovina was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by Spain (27%) and India (24%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 239% on the year.
What is the average import price of detonator per kg?
The average declared import value was about $27.33 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $46.92 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of detonator to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.5 million in 2017 to $12.9 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2017 at $15.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export detonator?
Yes. Egypt exported $486 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sudan. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $12.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for detonator?
The HS code for detonator is heading 3603. In Egypt all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3603.00. It sits in HS chapter 36 (explosives; pyrotechnic products; matches; pyrophoric alloys; certain combustible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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