Large circular knitting machines imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported large circular knitting machines worth $19.5 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 122 countries. That is 33% 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 | $19.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $14.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $10.4M | 524 t |
| 2021 | $17.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $15.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $16.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $12.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $7.3M | 593 t |
Where Egypt imports large circular knitting machines from
China alone supplied 77% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.0M | 77% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 6.5% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 5.3% |
| Turkey | $718K | 3.7% |
| Germany | $699K | 3.6% |
| Japan | $400K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $285K | 1.5% |
| Portugal | $43K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $42K | 0.2% |
| United States | $14K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.78 per kg, 43% below the world average of $11.98, 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.
Large circular knitting machines exports from Egypt
Exports of large circular knitting machines by Egypt reached $279 thousand in 2024 (46 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 56% of the value.
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt large circular knitting machines imports (HS 8447.12): 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 8447.12: Knitting machines: circular, with cylinder diameter exceeding 165mm.
Common questions
What is the value of large circular knitting machines imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported large circular knitting machines worth $19.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 122 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply large circular knitting machines to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($15.0 million), followed by Taiwan (6%) and Italy (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 460% on the year.
What is the average import price of large circular knitting machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.78 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $11.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of large circular knitting machines to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.3 million in 2017 to $19.5 million in 2024, an increase of 166%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also export large circular knitting machines?
Yes. Egypt exported $279 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Israel and Turkey. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $19.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for large circular knitting machines?
The HS code for large circular knitting machines is subheading 8447.12. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8447 page.
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