Medium dry transformers imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported medium dry transformers worth $20.9 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 376% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $20.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 271 t |
| 2022 | $8.9M | 550 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 173 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 242 t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 437 t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 301 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 194 t |
Where Egypt imports medium dry transformers from
China alone supplied 85% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+737% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $17.7M | 85% |
| Germany | $802K | 3.8% |
| United States | $490K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $479K | 2.3% |
| Sweden | $291K | 1.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $133K | 0.6% |
| South Korea | $126K | 0.6% |
| France | $105K | 0.5% |
| Indonesia | $95K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $87K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.65 per kg, 32% above the world average of $14.12. 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.
Medium dry transformers exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $933 thousand of medium dry transformers in 2024 (175 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (34%), Kuwait (23%), Tanzania (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+576% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $319K | 34% |
| Kuwait | $212K | 23% |
| Tanzania | $132K | 14% |
| Nigeria | $75K | 8.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $71K | 7.6% |
| Peru | $50K | 5.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $29K | 3.1% |
| Gabon | $25K | 2.7% |
| Uganda | $15K | 1.6% |
| Malaysia | $4K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt medium dry transformers imports (HS 8504.33): 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 8504.33: Transformers: n.e.c. in item no. 8504.2, having a power handling capacity exceeding 16kVA but not exceeding 500kVA.
Common questions
What is the value of medium dry transformers imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported medium dry transformers worth $20.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 376% on 2023.
Which countries supply medium dry transformers to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($17.7 million), followed by Germany (4%) and the United States (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 737% on the year.
What is the average import price of medium dry transformers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.65 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $14.12 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of medium dry transformers to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $20.9 million in 2024, an increase of 585%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also export medium dry transformers?
Yes. Egypt exported $933 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Tanzania. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $20.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for medium dry transformers?
The HS code for medium dry transformers is subheading 8504.33. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8504 page.
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