Optical elements (other) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported optical elements (other) worth $45.0 million (8.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 0%. That is 19% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $57.0 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 | $45.0M | 8.4K t |
| 2023 | $37.9M | 7.4K t |
| 2022 | $46.0M | 8.1K t |
| 2021 | $56.8M | 8.3K t |
| 2020 | $42.2M | 6.7K t |
| 2019 | $57.0M | 10.8K t |
| 2018 | $28.7M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $13.1M | 1.8K t |
Where Egypt imports optical elements (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (45%), South Korea (42%), Vietnam (10%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.4M | 45% |
| South Korea | $18.9M | 42% |
| Vietnam | $4.5M | 10% |
| United States | $381K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $282K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $151K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $107K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $99K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $43K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $41K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.36 per kg, 89% below the world average of $48.11, 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.
Optical elements (other) exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $4.3 million of optical elements (other) in 2024 (174 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Hungary accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Hungary grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $3.2M | 75% |
| Slovakia | $1.0M | 24% |
| South Korea | $24K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $11K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7K | 0.2% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt optical elements (other) imports (HS 9001.90): 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 9001.90: Optical elements: lenses n.e.c. in heading no. 9001, prisms, mirrors and other optical elements, unmounted, of any material (excluding elements of glass not optically worked).
Common questions
What is the value of optical elements (other) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported optical elements (other) worth $45.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical elements (other) to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($20.4 million), followed by South Korea (42%) and Vietnam (10%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 23% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical elements (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.36 per kg in 2024, 89% below the world average of $48.11 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of optical elements (other) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.1 million in 2017 to $45.0 million in 2024, an increase of 244%. The peak was 2019 at $57.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $40.8 million a year.
Does Egypt also export optical elements (other)?
Yes. Egypt exported $4.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hungary, Slovakia and South Korea. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $40.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical elements (other)?
The HS code for optical elements (other) is subheading 9001.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9001 page.
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