Orthopedic supports imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported orthopedic supports worth $11.4 million (119 tonnes). Value rose 17% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $14.2 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 | $11.4M | 119 t |
| 2023 | $9.7M | 166 t |
| 2022 | $14.2M | 194 t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 156 t |
| 2020 | $10.1M | 223 t |
| 2019 | $9.6M | 163 t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 177 t |
| 2017 | $7.5M | 162 t |
Where Egypt imports orthopedic supports from
The largest suppliers were Ireland (25%), Netherlands (22%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $2.8M | 25% |
| Netherlands | $2.5M | 22% |
| China | $1.2M | 11% |
| United States | $1.2M | 10% |
| Austria | $622K | 5.5% |
| France | $513K | 4.5% |
| Germany | $405K | 3.6% |
| India | $352K | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $333K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $284K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $95.43 per kg, close to the world average of $89.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Orthopedic supports exports from Egypt
Exports of orthopedic supports by Egypt reached $1.6 million in 2024 (48 tonnes). Most of it went to Yemen (26%), Palestine (21%), Libya (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Palestine grew fastest (+651% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Yemen | $409K | 26% |
| Palestine | $329K | 21% |
| Libya | $204K | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $158K | 9.9% |
| Jordan | $99K | 6.2% |
| Belgium | $92K | 5.8% |
| Italy | $48K | 3% |
| Netherlands | $46K | 2.9% |
| United States | $36K | 2.3% |
| Romania | $31K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt orthopedic supports imports (HS 9021.10): 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 9021.10: Orthopaedic or fracture appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of orthopedic supports imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported orthopedic supports worth $11.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 119 tonnes. That ranks it 60th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply orthopedic supports to Egypt?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by the Netherlands (22%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 164% on the year.
What is the average import price of orthopedic supports per kg?
The average declared import value was about $95.43 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $89.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of orthopedic supports to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.5 million in 2017 to $11.4 million in 2024, an increase of 52%. The peak was 2022 at $14.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also export orthopedic supports?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Yemen, Palestine and Libya. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $9.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for orthopedic supports?
The HS code for orthopedic supports is subheading 9021.10. 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 9021 page.
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