Foundry binders imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of foundry binders by Egypt reached $55.3 million in 2024 (26.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 179 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 58% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 69% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $55.3M | 26.6K t |
| 2023 | $35.0M | 16.2K t |
| 2022 | $22.0M | 9.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 994 t |
Where Egypt imports foundry binders from
Most of the value came from China (27%), France (14%), Mexico (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+281% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.7M | 27% |
| France | $7.5M | 14% |
| Mexico | $5.0M | 9.1% |
| India | $4.6M | 8.3% |
| United Kingdom | $4.1M | 7.4% |
| South Korea | $3.4M | 6.1% |
| United States | $3.1M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.08 per kg, 50% above the world average of $1.39. 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.
Foundry binders exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $327 thousand of foundry binders in 2024 (285 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+956% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $178K | 54% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $77K | 24% |
| Yemen | $25K | 7.6% |
| Syria | $15K | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $10K | 2.9% |
| Bahrain | $8K | 2.4% |
| Sudan | $7K | 2.1% |
| Tanzania | $5K | 1.5% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $1K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt foundry binders imports (HS 3824.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 3824.10: Binders, prepared: for foundry moulds or cores.
Common questions
What is the value of foundry binders imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported foundry binders worth $55.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 179 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 58% on 2023.
Which countries supply foundry binders to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($14.7 million), followed by France (14%) and Mexico (9%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 78 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 281% on the year.
What is the average import price of foundry binders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.08 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $1.39 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of foundry binders to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $55.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.2 million a year.
Does Egypt also export foundry binders?
Yes. Egypt exported $327 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Cote d'Ivoire and Yemen. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $55.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for foundry binders?
The HS code for foundry binders is subheading 3824.10. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3824 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX rebuilds Egypt trade from the customs records of its trading partners, so the companies shipping to and from it are visible. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.