Fatty acids (other species) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fatty acids (other species) by Egypt reached $7.1 million in 2024 (6.3 thousand tonnes). That is 18% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $14.2 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 | $7.1M | 6.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $14.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2021 | $11.5M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $7.0M | 7.3K t |
Where Egypt imports fatty acids (other species) from
The largest suppliers were Malaysia (43%), Indonesia (25%), India (11%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+275% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $3.1M | 43% |
| Indonesia | $1.8M | 25% |
| India | $814K | 12% |
| Belgium | $432K | 6.1% |
| Netherlands | $228K | 3.2% |
| China | $210K | 3% |
| Finland | $113K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $102K | 1.4% |
| Morocco | $95K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $81K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.13 per kg, close to the world average of $1.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fatty acids (other species) exports from Egypt
Exports of fatty acids (other species) by Egypt reached $17.9 million in 2024 (13.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to China (14%), Netherlands (13%), United Arab Emirates (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+153% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.2M | 12% |
| Tunisia | $2.1M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 8.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 7.3% |
| Ireland | $1.0M | 5.9% |
| Israel | $741K | 4.1% |
| Italy | $722K | 4% |
| Indonesia | $566K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt fatty acids (other species) imports (HS 3823.19): 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 3823.19: Industrial monocarboxylic fatty acids: acid oils from refining: (other than stearic acid, oleic acid or tall oil fatty acids).
Common questions
What is the value of fatty acids (other species) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported fatty acids (other species) worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 172 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply fatty acids (other species) to Egypt?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Indonesia (25%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 275% on the year.
What is the average import price of fatty acids (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.13 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $1.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fatty acids (other species) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.0 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $14.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does Egypt also export fatty acids (other species)?
Yes. Egypt exported $17.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, the Netherlands and the United Arab Emirates. That compares with imports of $7.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for fatty acids (other species)?
The HS code for fatty acids (other species) is subheading 3823.19. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3823 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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