Illuminated sign imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of illuminated sign by Egypt reached $9.5 million in 2024 (324 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 41% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $9.5M | 324 t |
| 2023 | $6.7M | 225 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 170 t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 274 t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 272 t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 302 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 200 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 99 t |
Where Egypt imports illuminated sign from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+337% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.4M | 57% |
| United Kingdom | $765K | 8.1% |
| Vietnam | $701K | 7.4% |
| South Korea | $597K | 6.3% |
| Poland | $445K | 4.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $256K | 2.7% |
| Greece | $243K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $203K | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $172K | 1.8% |
| United States | $152K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.30 per kg, 46% above the world average of $20.05. 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.
Illuminated sign exports from Egypt
Exports of illuminated sign by Egypt reached $924 thousand in 2024 (29 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Libya accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+478% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $837K | 91% |
| Yemen | $38K | 4.1% |
| Poland | $12K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $11K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $6K | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $5K | 0.5% |
| Lebanon | $2K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $2K | 0.2% |
| Kenya | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt illuminated sign imports (HS 9405.60): 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 9405.60: Illuminated signs, name plates and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of illuminated sign imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported illuminated sign worth $9.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 324 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply illuminated sign to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (8%) and Vietnam (7%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 337% on the year.
What is the average import price of illuminated sign per kg?
The average declared import value was about $29.30 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $20.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of illuminated sign to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $9.5 million in 2024, an increase of 453%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does Egypt also export illuminated sign?
Yes. Egypt exported $924 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Yemen and Poland. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for illuminated sign?
The HS code for illuminated sign is subheading 9405.60. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9405 page.
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