Fermented milk products exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported fermented milk products worth $3.6 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 21% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.5 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 | $3.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 429 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 385 t |
| 2017 | $579K | 176 t |
Where Egypt exports fermented milk products to
One buyer market dominates: Jordan accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+602% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $2.1M | 60% |
| Palestine | $425K | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $340K | 9.5% |
| Sudan | $294K | 8.2% |
| Libya | $236K | 6.6% |
| Israel | $74K | 2.1% |
| Bahrain | $32K | 0.9% |
| Suriname | $16K | 0.5% |
| Kuwait | $4K | 0.1% |
| Mauritania | $2K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.09 per kg, close to the world average of $1.75.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fermented milk products imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $8.1 million of fermented milk products in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Germany (37%), Ireland (17%), United Kingdom (14%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+415% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.0M | 37% |
| Ireland | $1.4M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 14% |
| France | $1.0M | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $555K | 6.9% |
| Belgium | $270K | 3.4% |
| Poland | $242K | 3% |
| Uruguay | $220K | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $133K | 1.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $107K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt fermented milk products exports (HS 0403.90): 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 0403.90: Dairy produce: buttermilk, curdled milk or cream, kephir, fermented or acidified milk or cream, whether or not concentrated or containing added sweetening, flavouring, fruit or cocoa (excluding yoghurt).
Common questions
What is the value of fermented milk products exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported fermented milk products worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 54th of 129 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy fermented milk products from Egypt?
Jordan was the largest buyer with 60% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Palestine (12%) and Saudi Arabia (10%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 15 buyer countries in total. Libya grew fastest among the top ten, up 602% on the year.
What is the average export price of fermented milk products per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.09 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $1.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fermented milk products from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $579 thousand in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 517%. The peak was 2023 at $4.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Egypt also import fermented milk products?
Yes. Egypt imported $8.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Ireland and the United Kingdom. That compares with exports of $3.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for fermented milk products?
The HS code for fermented milk products is subheading 0403.90. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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