Herbicide imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported herbicide worth $58.4 million (9.2 thousand tonnes). That is 13% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $58.4M | 9.2K t |
| 2023 | $66.9M | 11.2K t |
| 2022 | $65.4M | 6.5K t |
| 2021 | $59.5M | 10.8K t |
| 2020 | $51.6M | 11.6K t |
| 2019 | $40.1M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $36.9M | 6.6K t |
| 2017 | $31.9M | 6.3K t |
Where Egypt imports herbicide from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), France (10%), India (8%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.5M | 42% |
| France | $5.9M | 10% |
| India | $4.8M | 8.3% |
| Germany | $4.8M | 8.3% |
| United States | $4.0M | 6.9% |
| Greece | $3.3M | 5.6% |
| Hungary | $2.1M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.35 per kg, 29% above the world average of $4.91. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Herbicide exports from Egypt
Exports of herbicide by Egypt reached $1.1 million in 2024 (270 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kazakhstan accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+283% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | $845K | 80% |
| Saudi Arabia | $143K | 14% |
| Kenya | $21K | 2% |
| Jordan | $15K | 1.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $14K | 1.4% |
| Lebanon | $10K | 1% |
| Libya | $3K | 0.3% |
| Slovakia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Somalia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt herbicide imports (HS 3808.93): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 3808.93: Herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators: other than containing goods of Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of herbicide imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported herbicide worth $58.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply herbicide to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($24.5 million), followed by France (10%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 94% on the year.
What is the average import price of herbicide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.35 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $4.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of herbicide to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.9 million in 2017 to $58.4 million in 2024, an increase of 83%. The peak was 2023 at $66.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $51.3 million a year.
Does Egypt also export herbicide?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia and Kenya. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $57.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for herbicide?
The HS code for herbicide is subheading 3808.93. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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