Free-cutting cold-formed bar imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported free-cutting cold-formed bar worth $2.0 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). That is 14% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.8 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 | $2.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 2.1K t |
Where Egypt imports free-cutting cold-formed bar from
Turkey alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.2M | 61% |
| Belgium | $397K | 20% |
| Italy | $150K | 7.4% |
| Netherlands | $118K | 5.8% |
| Germany | $84K | 4.1% |
| Spain | $26K | 1.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $13K | 0.7% |
| France | $2K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.86 per kg, 33% below the world average of $1.29, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Free-cutting cold-formed bar exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported free-cutting cold-formed bar worth $400 thousand (481 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 65% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $261K | 65% |
| United Kingdom | $138K | 34% |
| Ireland | $2K | 0.5% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt free-cutting cold-formed bar imports (HS 7215.10): 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 7215.10: Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, of free-cutting steel, cold-formed or cold-finished, n.e.c. in chapter 72.
Common questions
What is the value of free-cutting cold-formed bar imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported free-cutting cold-formed bar worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 162 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply free-cutting cold-formed bar to Egypt?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Belgium (20%) and Italy (7%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 49% on the year.
What is the average import price of free-cutting cold-formed bar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.86 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $1.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of free-cutting cold-formed bar to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. The peak was 2022 at $3.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does Egypt also export free-cutting cold-formed bar?
Yes. Egypt exported $400 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom and Ireland. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for free-cutting cold-formed bar?
The HS code for free-cutting cold-formed bar is subheading 7215.10. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7215 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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