Drawn and blown glass imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported drawn and blown glass worth $3.8 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). That is 66% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 88% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $15.3 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 | $3.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $11.4M | 8 t |
| 2022 | $15.3M | 864 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $46K | 17 t |
| 2019 | $195K | 41 t |
| 2018 | $21K | 7 t |
| 2017 | $46K | 47 t |
Where Egypt imports drawn and blown glass from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 58% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 58% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.4M | 36% |
| United Arab Emirates | $178K | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $32K | 0.8% |
| United States | $14K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
| Hungary | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 7004
| 7004.90 | Glass: drawn and blown, in sheets, (other than glass coloured throughout the mass (body tinted), opacified, flashed or having an absorbent… | 74% |
| 7004.20 | Glass: drawn and blown, in sheets, coloured throughout the mass (body tinted), opacified, flashed or having an absorbent, reflecting or… | 26% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7004.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.30 per kg, 67% below the world average of $3.99, 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.
Drawn and blown glass exports from Egypt
Exports of drawn and blown glass by Egypt reached $298 thousand in 2024 (125 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Palestine (41%), Israel (29%), Dominican Republic (12%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Palestine | $123K | 41% |
| Israel | $86K | 29% |
| Dominican Republic | $36K | 12% |
| Brazil | $13K | 4.5% |
| Vietnam | $11K | 3.8% |
| China | $6K | 2.2% |
| Kuwait | $6K | 2.1% |
| South Africa | $4K | 1.2% |
| Oman | $2K | 0.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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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 7004: Glass; drawn glass and blown glass, in sheets, whether or not having an absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked.
Common questions
What is the value of drawn and blown glass imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported drawn and blown glass worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply drawn and blown glass to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (36%) and the United Arab Emirates (5%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 84% on the year.
What is the average import price of drawn and blown glass per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.30 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $3.99 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 drawn and blown glass to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $46 thousand in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $15.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export drawn and blown glass?
Yes. Egypt exported $298 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Palestine, Israel and the Dominican Republic. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for drawn and blown glass?
The HS code for drawn and blown glass is heading 7004. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 7004.90 (74% of the value) and 7004.20 (26%). It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7004 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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