Metal ornaments imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $9.6 million of metal ornaments in 2024 (642 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $9.6M | 642 t |
| 2023 | $9.7M | 665 t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 524 t |
| 2021 | $9.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 949 t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 824 t |
| 2017 | $4.3M | 678 t |
Where Egypt imports metal ornaments from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 73% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.0M | 73% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 16% |
| Central African Republic | $711K | 7.4% |
| Italy | $74K | 0.8% |
| France | $45K | 0.5% |
| India | $26K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $25K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $23K | 0.2% |
| Morocco | $19K | 0.2% |
| Lebanon | $18K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 8306
| 8306.29 | Statuettes and other ornaments: of base metal other than plated with precious metal | 89% |
| 8306.21 | Statuettes and other ornaments: of base metal plated with precious metal | 8% |
| 8306.30 | Photograph, picture or similar frames, mirrors: of base metal | 1.7% |
| 8306.10 | Bells, gongs and the like: non-electric, of base metal | 1.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8306.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.88 per kg, 57% above the world average of $9.48. 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 ornaments exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported metal ornaments worth $404 thousand (50 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (20%), Kuwait (8%), Netherlands (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+215% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $82K | 20% |
| Kuwait | $31K | 7.7% |
| Netherlands | $29K | 7.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $29K | 7.2% |
| France | $28K | 6.9% |
| United States | $26K | 6.4% |
| Italy | $24K | 6% |
| United Kingdom | $20K | 4.9% |
| Switzerland | $19K | 4.7% |
| Australia | $19K | 4.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 8306: Bells, gongs and the like; non-electric, statuettes, other ornaments, photograph, picture, similar frames, mirrors, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of metal ornaments imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported metal ornaments worth $9.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 642 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal ornaments to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by Turkey (16%) and the Central African Republic (7%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 138% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal ornaments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.88 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $9.48 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of metal ornaments to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.3 million in 2017 to $9.6 million in 2024, an increase of 124%. The peak was 2023 at $9.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export metal ornaments?
Yes. Egypt exported $404 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Kuwait and the Netherlands. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal ornaments?
The HS code for metal ornaments is heading 8306. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 8306.29 (89% of the value) and 8306.21 (8%). It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8306 page.
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