Orange essential oil exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported orange essential oil worth $9.3 million (650 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 75% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9.3M | 650 t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 371 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 284 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 260 t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 237 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 92 t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 121 t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 503 t |
Where Egypt exports orange essential oil to
Most of it went to China (29%), Spain (25%), Italy (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 29% |
| Spain | $2.3M | 25% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 14% |
| India | $1.0M | 11% |
| Germany | $497K | 5.3% |
| Colombia | $315K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $266K | 2.9% |
| Canada | $223K | 2.4% |
| United States | $171K | 1.8% |
| France | $170K | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.38 per kg, close to the world average of $16.93.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Orange essential oil imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $5.4 million of orange essential oil in 2024 (159 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from United States (35%), Germany (16%), Ireland (10%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+865% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.9M | 35% |
| Germany | $855K | 16% |
| Ireland | $544K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $403K | 7.4% |
| Brazil | $366K | 6.7% |
| Spain | $314K | 5.8% |
| India | $230K | 4.2% |
| Canada | $164K | 3% |
| Italy | $160K | 2.9% |
| France | $111K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt orange essential oil exports (HS 3301.12): 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 3301.12: Oils, essential: of orange (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes.
Common questions
What is the value of orange essential oil exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported orange essential oil worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 650 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 114 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 75% on 2023.
Which countries buy orange essential oil from Egypt?
China was the largest buyer with 29% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Spain (25%) and Italy (14%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 476% on the year.
What is the average export price of orange essential oil per kg?
The average declared export value was about $14.38 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $16.93 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of orange essential oil from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024, an increase of 154%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does Egypt also import orange essential oil?
Yes. Egypt imported $5.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Germany and Ireland. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for orange essential oil?
The HS code for orange essential oil is subheading 3301.12. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3301 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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