Frozen fish fillets (other) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported frozen fish fillets (other) worth $21.0 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 542% a year on average.
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 | $21.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $19.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $21.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $52K | 24 t |
| 2020 | $127K | 25 t |
| 2019 | $95K | 24 t |
| 2018 | $0K | 0 t |
Where Egypt imports frozen fish fillets (other) from
Vietnam alone supplied 96% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $20.1M | 96% |
| Norway | $744K | 3.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $103K | 0.5% |
| Iceland | $80K | 0.4% |
| United States | $4K | 0% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.89 per kg, close to the world average of $6.74.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Frozen fish fillets (other) exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $240 thousand of frozen fish fillets (other) in 2024 (30 tonnes). Most of it went to Russia (39%), Albania (31%), Turkey (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Albania grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $95K | 40% |
| Albania | $75K | 31% |
| Turkey | $27K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $25K | 10% |
| Lebanon | $19K | 7.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt frozen fish fillets (other) imports (HS 0304.89): 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 0304.89: Fish fillets: frozen, of fish n.e.c. in heading 0304.8.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen fish fillets (other) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported frozen fish fillets (other) worth $21.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 197 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen fish fillets (other) to Egypt?
Vietnam was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($20.1 million), followed by Norway (4%) and the United Arab Emirates (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 108% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen fish fillets (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.89 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $6.74 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of frozen fish fillets (other) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $0 thousand in 2018 to $21.0 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $21.2 million. Over 7 years the average was $8.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also export frozen fish fillets (other)?
Yes. Egypt exported $240 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Russia, Albania and Turkey. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $20.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen fish fillets (other)?
The HS code for frozen fish fillets (other) is subheading 0304.89. It sits in HS chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0304 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Egypt. Tell us your product to see it live.
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