Mineral substances imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported mineral substances worth $10.5 million (86.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 22% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $18.6 million.
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 | $10.5M | 86.8K t |
| 2023 | $13.3M | 95.5K t |
| 2022 | $18.6M | 51.5K t |
| 2021 | $16.4M | 70.3K t |
| 2020 | $17.1M | 91.4K t |
| 2019 | $16.6M | 70.6K t |
| 2018 | $14.8M | 38.8K t |
| 2017 | $11.7M | 48.9K t |
Where Egypt imports mineral substances from
The largest suppliers were Spain (39%), Indonesia (15%), Italy (10%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+282% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $4.1M | 39% |
| Indonesia | $1.5M | 15% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 11% |
| China | $925K | 8.9% |
| Turkey | $914K | 8.8% |
| Germany | $499K | 4.8% |
| Greece | $410K | 3.9% |
| Sudan | $247K | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $241K | 2.3% |
| India | $204K | 2% |
Product types under HS 2530
| 2530.90 | Mineral substances: n.e.c. in chapter 25 | 93% |
| 2530.10 | Vermiculite, perlite and chlorites: unexpanded | 7.4% |
| 2530.20 | Kieserite, epsomite (natural magnesium sulphates) | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2530.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.12 per kg, 62% below the world average of $0.32, 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.
Mineral substances exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $1.3 million of mineral substances in 2024 (17.2 thousand tonnes). India alone took 75% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+293% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $961K | 75% |
| Saudi Arabia | $113K | 8.9% |
| China | $102K | 8% |
| Morocco | $60K | 4.7% |
| Spain | $17K | 1.4% |
| Russia | $11K | 0.8% |
| Libya | $6K | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $5K | 0.4% |
| Jordan | $1K | 0% |
| Australia | $0K | 0% |
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 2530: Mineral substances not elsewhere specified or included.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral substances imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported mineral substances worth $10.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 86.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 209 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply mineral substances to Egypt?
Spain was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Indonesia (15%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 282% on the year.
What is the average import price of mineral substances per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.12 per kg in 2024, 62% below the world average of $0.32 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 mineral substances to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.7 million in 2017 to $10.5 million in 2024, a fall of 11%. The peak was 2022 at $18.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export mineral substances?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Saudi Arabia and China. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $9.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral substances?
The HS code for mineral substances is heading 2530. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 2530.90 (93% of the value) and 2530.10 (7%). It sits in HS chapter 25 (salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2530 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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