Light fixtures imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $167.0 million of light fixtures in 2024 (13.8 thousand tonnes). That is 45% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $494.5 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 | $167.0M | 13.8K t |
| 2023 | $303.5M | 16.8K t |
| 2022 | $427.6M | 20.3K t |
| 2021 | $494.5M | 36.8K t |
| 2020 | $405.3M | 30.9K t |
| 2019 | $295.0M | 30.9K t |
| 2018 | $246.0M | 28.2K t |
| 2017 | $213.6M | 23.8K t |
Where Egypt imports light fixtures from
China alone supplied 79% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $132.1M | 79% |
| Italy | $8.0M | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $4.5M | 2.7% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.6M | 2.2% |
| Spain | $2.3M | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 1.1% |
| Poland | $1.7M | 1.1% |
| Austria | $1.1M | 0.7% |
| France | $1.1M | 0.6% |
Product types under HS 9405
| 9405.99 | Lamps and light fittings: parts thereof, of materials other than glass or plastics | 32% |
| 9405.40 | Lamps and light fittings: electric, n.e.c. in heading no. 9405 | 26% |
| 9405.10 | Chandeliers and other electric ceiling or wall light fittings: excluding those used for lighting public open spaces or thoroughfares | 15% |
| 9405.92 | Lamps and light fittings: parts thereof, of plastics | 14% |
| 9405.60 | Illuminated signs, name plates and the like | 5.7% |
| 9405.91 | Lamps and light fittings: parts thereof, of glass | 3.1% |
| 9405.20 | Lamps, electric: floor-standing or for table, desk or bedside | 1.8% |
| 9405.30 | Lighting sets: of a kind used for Christmas trees | 1.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 9405.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.11 per kg, close to the world average of $13.60.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light fixtures exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $18.8 million of light fixtures in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Libya (29%), Saudi Arabia (13%), China (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest (+266% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $5.5M | 29% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.5M | 13% |
| China | $1.2M | 6.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.0M | 5.4% |
| United States | $820K | 4.4% |
| Iraq | $639K | 3.4% |
| Qatar | $635K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $462K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $444K | 2.4% |
| Ghana | $414K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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: Luminaires and light fittings; including searchlights, spotlights and parts thereof, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, name-plates and the like, having permanently fixed light source and parts thereof n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of light fixtures imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported light fixtures worth $167.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 225 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply light fixtures to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($132.1 million), followed by Italy (5%) and Turkey (3%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 126% on the year.
What is the average import price of light fixtures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.11 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $13.60 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of light fixtures to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $213.6 million in 2017 to $167.0 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2021 at $494.5 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export light fixtures?
Yes. Egypt exported $18.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Saudi Arabia and China. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $148.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for light fixtures?
The HS code for light fixtures is heading 9405. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 9405.99 (32% of the value) and 9405.40 (26%). 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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