Methionine imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of methionine by Egypt reached $63.7 million in 2024 (24.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 156 countries. That is 187% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% 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 | $63.7M | 24.1K t |
| 2023 | $22.2M | 8.2K t |
| 2022 | $42.8M | 14.0K t |
| 2021 | $8.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $9.2M | 3.9K t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 2.3K t |
Where Egypt imports methionine from
Most of the value came from China (29%), Belgium (28%), Japan (15%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $18.7M | 29% |
| Belgium | $17.6M | 28% |
| Japan | $9.7M | 15% |
| France | $6.6M | 10% |
| Malaysia | $5.8M | 9.1% |
| Spain | $4.7M | 7.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $285K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $141K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $81K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $69K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.64 per kg, close to the world average of $2.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt methionine imports (HS 2930.40): 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 2930.40: Organo-sulphur compounds: methionine.
Common questions
What is the value of methionine imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported methionine worth $63.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 156 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 187% on 2023.
Which countries supply methionine to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($18.7 million), followed by Belgium (28%) and Japan (15%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 477% on the year.
What is the average import price of methionine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.64 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of methionine to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $63.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for methionine?
The HS code for methionine is subheading 2930.40. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2930 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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