Linseed imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $6.1 million of linseed in 2024 (7.1 thousand tonnes). That is 54% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $13.4 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 | $6.1M | 7.1K t |
| 2023 | $13.4M | 14.5K t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 7.7K t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 7.8K t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 9.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 12.6K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 13.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 9.5K t |
Where Egypt imports linseed from
One supplier dominates: Russia accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+167% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $5.7M | 92% |
| France | $303K | 4.9% |
| Ukraine | $173K | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.86 per kg, 39% above the world average of $0.62. 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.
Linseed exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $868 thousand of linseed in 2024 (994 tonnes). Most of it went to Morocco (23%), Kuwait (20%), Tunisia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+373% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $197K | 23% |
| Kuwait | $174K | 20% |
| Tunisia | $129K | 15% |
| Algeria | $79K | 9.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $75K | 8.6% |
| Germany | $70K | 8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $43K | 4.9% |
| Switzerland | $31K | 3.6% |
| Nicaragua | $22K | 2.5% |
| Poland | $20K | 2.3% |
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 1204: Oil seeds; linseed, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of linseed imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported linseed worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 187 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply linseed to Egypt?
Russia was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($5.7 million), followed by France (5%) and Ukraine (3%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 167% on the year.
What is the average import price of linseed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.86 per kg in 2024, 39% above the world average of $0.62 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 linseed to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, an increase of 91%. The peak was 2023 at $13.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export linseed?
Yes. Egypt exported $868 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Kuwait and Tunisia. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for linseed?
The HS code for linseed is heading 1204. In Egypt all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 1204.00. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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