Melons (other varieties) exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported melons (other varieties) worth $5.7 million (5.5 thousand tonnes). That is 18% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.7M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 2.7K t |
Where Egypt exports melons (other varieties) to
The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (28%), Kuwait (15%), United Kingdom (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Hungary grew fastest (+781% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.6M | 28% |
| Kuwait | $832K | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $744K | 13% |
| Mauritius | $420K | 7.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $355K | 6.3% |
| Netherlands | $344K | 6.1% |
| Bahrain | $199K | 3.5% |
| Hungary | $179K | 3.2% |
| Maldives | $179K | 3.2% |
| Lebanon | $114K | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.03 per kg, 21% above the world average of $0.85. 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 melons (other varieties) exports (HS 0807.19): 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 0807.19: Fruit, edible: melons, other than watermelons, fresh.
Common questions
What is the value of melons (other varieties) exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported melons (other varieties) worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 142 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy melons (other varieties) from Egypt?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Kuwait (15%) and the United Kingdom (13%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 46 buyer countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 781% on the year.
What is the average export price of melons (other varieties) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.03 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $0.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of melons (other varieties) from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. The peak was 2023 at $6.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for melons (other varieties)?
The HS code for melons (other varieties) is subheading 0807.19. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0807 page.
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