Figs imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of figs by Egypt reached $3.1 million in 2024 (481 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.3 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 | $3.1M | 481 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 611 t |
| 2022 | $9.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 804 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 542 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 379 t |
| 2018 | $858K | 217 t |
| 2017 | $322K | 86 t |
Where Egypt imports figs from
One supplier dominates: Syria accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+93% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $1.7M | 55% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 41% |
| Spain | $86K | 2.8% |
| Greece | $42K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.52 per kg, 51% above the world average of $4.31. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Figs exports from Egypt
Exports of figs by Egypt reached $2.4 million in 2024 (438 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (29%), Turkey (19%), Bahrain (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $699K | 29% |
| Turkey | $445K | 19% |
| Bahrain | $392K | 16% |
| Saudi Arabia | $250K | 11% |
| Oman | $156K | 6.5% |
| Russia | $116K | 4.9% |
| Morocco | $102K | 4.3% |
| Kuwait | $67K | 2.8% |
| Qatar | $47K | 2% |
| Canada | $44K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt figs imports (HS 0804.20): 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 0804.20: Fruit, edible: figs, fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of figs imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported figs worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 481 tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 194 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply figs to Egypt?
Syria was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Turkey (41%) and Spain (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 93% on the year.
What is the average import price of figs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.52 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $4.31 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of figs to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $322 thousand in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 875%. The peak was 2022 at $9.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does Egypt also export figs?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Bahrain. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $756 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for figs?
The HS code for figs is subheading 0804.20. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0804 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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