Metal buckles imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported metal buckles worth $9.8 million (785 tonnes). That is 50% more 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 | $9.8M | 785 t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 783 t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 775 t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 783 t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 933 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 736 t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 848 t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 609 t |
Where Egypt imports metal buckles from
The largest suppliers were China (47%), Turkey (45%), Italy (4%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+89% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.6M | 47% |
| Turkey | $4.4M | 45% |
| Italy | $433K | 4.4% |
| Hong Kong | $151K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $144K | 1.5% |
| Spain | $48K | 0.5% |
| Greece | $10K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $6K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $6K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.52 per kg, 34% below the world average of $18.84, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal buckles exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported metal buckles worth $273 thousand (7 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 77% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+622% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $211K | 77% |
| Turkey | $26K | 9.5% |
| Oman | $22K | 8.1% |
| Lebanon | $7K | 2.5% |
| Bulgaria | $6K | 2.1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
| India | $0K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $0K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0.1% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt metal buckles imports (HS 8308.90): 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 8308.90: Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle clasps: of base metal, of a kind used for clothing & accessories, footwear, jewellery, wrist-watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods, saddlery etc, including parts.
Common questions
What is the value of metal buckles imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported metal buckles worth $9.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 785 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal buckles to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by Turkey (45%) and Italy (4%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 507% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal buckles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.52 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $18.84 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of metal buckles to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $9.8 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
Does Egypt also export metal buckles?
Yes. Egypt exported $273 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Oman. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $9.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal buckles?
The HS code for metal buckles is subheading 8308.90. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8308 page.
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