Grapefruit and pomelos exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported grapefruit and pomelos worth $23.3 million (40.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 121 countries. Value rose 32% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $72.4 million.
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 | $23.3M | 40.5K t |
| 2023 | $17.7M | 17.5K t |
| 2022 | $16.9M | 29.5K t |
| 2021 | $72.4M | 24.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 7.9K t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 6.5K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 3.4K t |
Where Egypt exports grapefruit and pomelos to
Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (34%), Russia (14%), China (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+411% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $8.0M | 35% |
| Russia | $3.2M | 14% |
| China | $2.9M | 13% |
| Syria | $1.0M | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $969K | 4.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $805K | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $534K | 2.3% |
| Oman | $443K | 1.9% |
| Brazil | $413K | 1.8% |
| Jordan | $399K | 1.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.58 per kg, 36% below the world average of $0.91, 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.
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The shipment records behind Egypt grapefruit and pomelos exports (HS 0805.40): 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 0805.40: Fruit, edible: grapefruit, including pomelos, fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of grapefruit and pomelos exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported grapefruit and pomelos worth $23.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 40.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 121 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries buy grapefruit and pomelos from Egypt?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by Russia (14%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 83 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 411% on the year.
What is the average export price of grapefruit and pomelos per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.58 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $0.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of grapefruit and pomelos from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $23.3 million in 2024, an increase of 614%. The peak was 2021 at $72.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for grapefruit and pomelos?
The HS code for grapefruit and pomelos is subheading 0805.40. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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