Explosive exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $63.6 million of explosive in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 62 countries for exports of this product. That is 203% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 272% a year on average.
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 | $63.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $21.0M | 650 t |
| 2022 | $405K | 18 t |
| 2018 | $3K | - |
| 2017 | $6K | 0 t |
Where Egypt exports explosive to
The largest buyer markets were Bulgaria (46%), Slovakia (23%), Turkey (22%). Among the main buyer markets, Slovakia grew fastest (+980% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgaria | $29.4M | 46% |
| Slovakia | $14.6M | 23% |
| Turkey | $14.1M | 22% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $4.7M | 7.4% |
| Ukraine | $779K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $43.41 per kg, close to the world average of $38.11.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Explosive imports to Egypt
Imports of explosive by Egypt reached $8.1 million in 2024 (84 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: India accounted for 92% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $7.4M | 92% |
| United States | $396K | 4.9% |
| Portugal | $260K | 3.2% |
| China | $22K | 0.3% |
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 3601: Explosives; propellent powders.
Common questions
What is the value of explosive exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported explosive worth $63.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 62 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 203% on 2023.
Which countries buy explosive from Egypt?
Bulgaria was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($29.4 million), followed by Slovakia (23%) and Turkey (22%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. Slovakia grew fastest among the top ten, up 980% on the year.
What is the average export price of explosive per kg?
The average declared export value was about $43.41 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $38.11 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 exports of explosive from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6 thousand in 2017 to $63.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also import explosive?
Yes. Egypt imported $8.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, the United States and Portugal. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $55.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for explosive?
The HS code for explosive is heading 3601. In Egypt all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 3601.00. 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 3601 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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