Magnesite and dolomite products imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of magnesite and dolomite products by Egypt reached $22.9 million in 2024 (21.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is 7% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $22.9M | 21.2K t |
| 2023 | $24.5M | 17.4K t |
| 2022 | $23.4M | 18.4K t |
| 2021 | $10.5M | 12.6K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 9.2K t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 9.8K t |
| 2018 | $12.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 13.1K t |
Where Egypt imports magnesite and dolomite products from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+106% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.1M | 70% |
| Spain | $1.7M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 4.8% |
| Austria | $994K | 4.3% |
| Italy | $891K | 3.9% |
| Poland | $610K | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $476K | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $337K | 1.5% |
| India | $163K | 0.7% |
| Slovakia | $126K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.08 per kg, close to the world average of $1.11.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Magnesite and dolomite products exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $1.5 million of magnesite and dolomite products in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Israel alone took 77% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $1.2M | 77% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $342K | 23% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt magnesite and dolomite products imports (HS 6815.91): 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 6815.91: Stone articles and articles of other mineral substances: containing magnesite, dolomite or chromite.
Common questions
What is the value of magnesite and dolomite products imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported magnesite and dolomite products worth $22.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 157 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply magnesite and dolomite products to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($16.1 million), followed by Spain (8%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of magnesite and dolomite products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.08 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of magnesite and dolomite products to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $22.9 million in 2024, an increase of 145%. The peak was 2023 at $24.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.5 million a year.
Does Egypt also export magnesite and dolomite products?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, Bosnia Herzegovina and Italy. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $21.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for magnesite and dolomite products?
The HS code for magnesite and dolomite products is subheading 6815.91. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6815 page.
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