General cargo ships imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of general cargo ships by Egypt reached $46.4 million in 2024 (48.1 thousand tonnes). That is 63% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $46.4M | 48.1K t |
| 2023 | $28.5M | 15.2K t |
| 2022 | $54.2M | 29.0K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 21.7K t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 26.1K t |
| 2018 | $31.6M | 13.4K t |
| 2017 | $17.3M | 11.3K t |
Where Egypt imports general cargo ships from
China alone supplied 86% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $39.8M | 86% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.6M | 12% |
| Greece | $671K | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $246K | 0.5% |
| France | $4K | 0% |
| Singapore | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.96 per kg, 61% below the world average of $2.46, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt general cargo ships imports (HS 8901.90): 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 8901.90: Vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods.
Common questions
What is the value of general cargo ships imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported general cargo ships worth $46.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 48.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 167 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 63% on 2023.
Which countries supply general cargo ships to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($39.8 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (12%) and Greece (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 82% on the year.
What is the average import price of general cargo ships per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.96 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $2.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of general cargo ships to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.3 million in 2017 to $46.4 million in 2024, an increase of 168%. The peak was 2022 at $54.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for general cargo ships?
The HS code for general cargo ships is subheading 8901.90. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8901 page.
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