Measuring instruments (other) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported measuring instruments (other) worth $9.4 million (452 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 159% 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 | $9.4M | 452 t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 982 t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $6.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 24 t |
Where Egypt imports measuring instruments (other) from
South Korea alone supplied 66% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $6.2M | 66% |
| China | $2.6M | 28% |
| United States | $115K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $114K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $102K | 1.1% |
| India | $41K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $28K | 0.3% |
| France | $22K | 0.2% |
| Czech Republic | $21K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $17K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.84 per kg, 152% above the world average of $8.27. 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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The shipment records behind Egypt measuring instruments (other) imports (HS 9017.80): 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 9017.80: Mathematical instruments and equipment: n.e.c. in heading no. 9017.
Common questions
What is the value of measuring instruments (other) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported measuring instruments (other) worth $9.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 452 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 159% on 2023.
Which countries supply measuring instruments (other) to Egypt?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by China (28%) and the United States (1%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 540% on the year.
What is the average import price of measuring instruments (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.84 per kg in 2024, 152% above the world average of $8.27 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of measuring instruments (other) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $9.4 million in 2024, an increase of 90%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for measuring instruments (other)?
The HS code for measuring instruments (other) is subheading 9017.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9017 page.
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