Optical fibre cables imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported optical fibre cables worth $8.9 million (455 tonnes). Value rose 29% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $8.9M | 455 t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 191 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 153 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 60 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 17 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 41 t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 308 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 82 t |
Where Egypt imports optical fibre cables from
Most of the value came from India (31%), China (22%), Spain (21%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+434% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.8M | 31% |
| China | $1.9M | 22% |
| Spain | $1.9M | 21% |
| Indonesia | $631K | 7.1% |
| Poland | $619K | 6.9% |
| Japan | $385K | 4.3% |
| Oman | $130K | 1.5% |
| United States | $122K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $109K | 1.2% |
| Sweden | $107K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.63 per kg, 54% below the world average of $42.33, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt optical fibre cables imports (HS 9001.10): 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 9001.10: Optical fibres, optical fibre bundles and cables: excluding those of heading no. 8544.
Common questions
What is the value of optical fibre cables imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported optical fibre cables worth $8.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 455 tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical fibre cables to Egypt?
India was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by China (22%) and Spain (21%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 434% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical fibre cables per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.63 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $42.33 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical fibre cables to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $8.9 million in 2024, an increase of 298%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical fibre cables?
The HS code for optical fibre cables is subheading 9001.10. 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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