Metal melting furnaces imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $9.2 million of metal melting furnaces in 2024 (714 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 108% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $9.2M | 714 t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 426 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 831 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 545 t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 704 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 609 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 603 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 390 t |
Where Egypt imports metal melting furnaces from
China alone supplied 79% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+249% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.2M | 79% |
| South Korea | $462K | 5% |
| Turkey | $453K | 4.9% |
| Poland | $305K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $226K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $218K | 2.4% |
| Norway | $73K | 0.8% |
| Pakistan | $50K | 0.5% |
| United States | $48K | 0.5% |
| France | $41K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.85 per kg, 38% above the world average of $9.34. 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.
Metal melting furnaces exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported metal melting furnaces worth $530 thousand (432 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 72% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $380K | 72% |
| Saudi Arabia | $141K | 27% |
| Bahrain | $5K | 1% |
| Turkey | $3K | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $0K | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt metal melting furnaces imports (HS 8417.10): 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 8417.10: Furnaces and ovens: non-electric, for the roasting, melting or other heat-treatment of ores, pyrites or of metals, for industrial or laboratory use.
Common questions
What is the value of metal melting furnaces imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported metal melting furnaces worth $9.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 714 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 178 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 108% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal melting furnaces to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($7.2 million), followed by South Korea (5%) and Turkey (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 249% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal melting furnaces per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.85 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $9.34 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal melting furnaces to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $9.2 million in 2024, an increase of 387%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does Egypt also export metal melting furnaces?
Yes. Egypt exported $530 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal melting furnaces?
The HS code for metal melting furnaces is subheading 8417.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8417 page.
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