Glass beads and imitation pearls imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported glass beads and imitation pearls worth $6.6 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 38% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $14.4 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 | $6.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $13.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $12.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $13.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $14.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $11.7M | 2.4K t |
Where Egypt imports glass beads and imitation pearls from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 88% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.8M | 88% |
| Czech Republic | $408K | 6.2% |
| Italy | $283K | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $66K | 1% |
| Germany | $18K | 0.3% |
| India | $6K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $2K | 0% |
| Greece | $2K | 0% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0% |
| Thailand | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.31 per kg, 53% below the world average of $4.87, 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.
Glass beads and imitation pearls exports from Egypt
Exports of glass beads and imitation pearls by Egypt reached $531 thousand in 2024 (37 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (36%), India (26%), United States (13%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+338% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $189K | 36% |
| India | $138K | 26% |
| United States | $71K | 13% |
| Lebanon | $57K | 11% |
| Italy | $21K | 4% |
| Germany | $18K | 3.4% |
| Portugal | $12K | 2.3% |
| Poland | $12K | 2.2% |
| Bahrain | $3K | 0.7% |
| Greece | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt glass beads and imitation pearls imports (HS 7018.10): 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 7018.10: Glass: beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semi-precious stones and similar glass smallwares.
Common questions
What is the value of glass beads and imitation pearls imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported glass beads and imitation pearls worth $6.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 198 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply glass beads and imitation pearls to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by the Czech Republic (6%) and Italy (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 63% on the year.
What is the average import price of glass beads and imitation pearls per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.31 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $4.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of glass beads and imitation pearls to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.7 million in 2017 to $6.6 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2018 at $14.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also export glass beads and imitation pearls?
Yes. Egypt exported $531 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, India and the United States. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for glass beads and imitation pearls?
The HS code for glass beads and imitation pearls is subheading 7018.10. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7018 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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