Manganese oxide imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported manganese oxide worth $2.0 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 52% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $2.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.3M | 821 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 1.0K t |
Where Egypt imports manganese oxide from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+285% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 64% |
| Georgia | $349K | 17% |
| Brazil | $218K | 11% |
| India | $96K | 4.8% |
| Mexico | $70K | 3.5% |
Product types under HS 2820
| 2820.10 | Manganese dioxide | 67% |
| 2820.90 | Manganese oxides: excluding manganese dioxide | 34% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2820.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.38 per kg, 42% above the world average of $0.97. 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.
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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 2820: Manganese oxides.
Common questions
What is the value of manganese oxide imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported manganese oxide worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 141 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 52% on 2023.
Which countries supply manganese oxide to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Georgia (17%) and Brazil (11%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 285% on the year.
What is the average import price of manganese oxide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.38 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $0.97 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 manganese oxide to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 94%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for manganese oxide?
The HS code for manganese oxide is heading 2820. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 2820.10 (67% of the value) and 2820.90 (33%). It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2820 page.
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