Fresh cheese exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported fresh cheese worth $48.8 million (13.2 thousand tonnes). That is 21% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% a year on average.
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 | $48.8M | 13.2K t |
| 2023 | $40.2M | 8.7K t |
| 2022 | $38.3M | 11.4K t |
| 2021 | $23.1M | 10.4K t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $9.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 2.5K t |
Where Egypt exports fresh cheese to
Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (31%), Jordan (15%), Libya (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Palestine grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $15.0M | 31% |
| Jordan | $7.3M | 15% |
| Libya | $6.2M | 13% |
| Palestine | $5.1M | 11% |
| Kuwait | $4.6M | 9.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.3M | 8.8% |
| Vietnam | $1.1M | 2.3% |
| Russia | $1.1M | 2.2% |
| Yemen | $981K | 2% |
| Lebanon | $729K | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.69 per kg, close to the world average of $4.31.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fresh cheese imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $5.9 million of fresh cheese in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Denmark (39%), Saudi Arabia (16%), Spain (13%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+297% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $2.3M | 39% |
| Saudi Arabia | $952K | 16% |
| Spain | $779K | 13% |
| United States | $676K | 12% |
| Belgium | $424K | 7.2% |
| Italy | $229K | 3.9% |
| Greece | $189K | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $105K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $93K | 1.6% |
| Hungary | $82K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt fresh cheese exports (HS 0406.10): 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 0406.10: Dairy produce: fresh cheese (including whey cheese), not fermented, and curd.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh cheese exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported fresh cheese worth $48.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 139 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy fresh cheese from Egypt?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($15.0 million), followed by Jordan (15%) and Libya (13%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 35 buyer countries in total. Palestine grew fastest among the top ten, up 110% on the year.
What is the average export price of fresh cheese per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.69 per kg in 2024, 14% below 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 exports of fresh cheese from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $48.8 million in 2024, an increase of 749%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $22.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also import fresh cheese?
Yes. Egypt imported $5.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Denmark, Saudi Arabia and Spain. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $42.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh cheese?
The HS code for fresh cheese is subheading 0406.10. 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 0406 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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