Other cold-rolled steel imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of other cold-rolled steel by Egypt reached $18.0 million in 2024 (6.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 178 countries. Value rose 147% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% 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 | $18.0M | 6.6K t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 525 t |
| 2022 | $17.9M | 10.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $974K | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $538K | 852 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 5.6K t |
Where Egypt imports other cold-rolled steel from
China alone supplied 50% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.0M | 50% |
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 16% |
| Belgium | $2.5M | 14% |
| Kazakhstan | $1.6M | 8.8% |
| United Kingdom | $688K | 3.8% |
| India | $302K | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $272K | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $179K | 1% |
| Spain | $176K | 1% |
| Turkey | $113K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.73 per kg, 92% above the world average of $1.42. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Other cold-rolled steel exports from Egypt
Exports of other cold-rolled steel by Egypt reached $316 thousand in 2024 (181 tonnes). Most of it went to Syria (26%), Lebanon (25%), Sudan (22%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Syria | $83K | 26% |
| Lebanon | $78K | 25% |
| Sudan | $71K | 23% |
| Libya | $50K | 16% |
| Tunisia | $35K | 11% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt other cold-rolled steel imports (HS 7209.90): 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 7209.90: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, n.e.c. in heading no. 7209.
Common questions
What is the value of other cold-rolled steel imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported other cold-rolled steel worth $18.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 178 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 147% on 2023.
Which countries supply other cold-rolled steel to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($9.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (16%) and Belgium (14%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 272% on the year.
What is the average import price of other cold-rolled steel per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.73 per kg in 2024, 92% above the world average of $1.42 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of other cold-rolled steel to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $18.0 million in 2024, an increase of 651%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.4 million a year.
Does Egypt also export other cold-rolled steel?
Yes. Egypt exported $316 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Syria, Lebanon and Sudan. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $17.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for other cold-rolled steel?
The HS code for other cold-rolled steel is subheading 7209.90. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7209 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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