Optical instrument parts imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported optical instrument parts worth $2.3 million (143 tonnes). Value rose 105% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 29% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $38.9 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 | $2.3M | 143 t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 243 t |
| 2022 | $803K | 172 t |
| 2021 | $38.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $31.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $30.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $27.2M | 880 t |
| 2017 | $26.2M | 307 t |
Where Egypt imports optical instrument parts from
The largest suppliers were France (37%), South Korea (18%), China (18%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+287% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $862K | 37% |
| South Korea | $426K | 18% |
| China | $422K | 18% |
| Germany | $195K | 8.3% |
| Spain | $125K | 5.3% |
| Austria | $115K | 4.9% |
| Italy | $77K | 3.3% |
| United States | $55K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $50K | 2.1% |
| Hungary | $7K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.41 per kg, 93% below the world average of $247.29, 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 instrument parts imports (HS 9013.90): 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 9013.90: Optical appliances and instruments: parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9013.
Common questions
What is the value of optical instrument parts imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported optical instrument parts worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 143 tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 185 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 105% on 2023.
Which countries supply optical instrument parts to Egypt?
France was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($862 thousand), followed by South Korea (18%) and China (18%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 287% on the year.
What is the average import price of optical instrument parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.41 per kg in 2024, 93% below the world average of $247.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of optical instrument parts to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.2 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, a fall of 91%. The peak was 2021 at $38.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for optical instrument parts?
The HS code for optical instrument parts is subheading 9013.90. 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 9013 page.
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