Padlocks imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported padlocks worth $45.4 million (5.5 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $69.0 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 | $45.4M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $44.5M | 5.5K t |
| 2022 | $50.5M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $69.0M | 12.6K t |
| 2020 | $65.4M | 12.1K t |
| 2019 | $60.1M | 12.9K t |
| 2018 | $52.5M | 12.1K t |
| 2017 | $39.3M | 9.1K t |
Where Egypt imports padlocks from
China alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+180% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $27.1M | 60% |
| Turkey | $6.4M | 14% |
| Thailand | $2.5M | 5.4% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 4.5% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 4.4% |
| United States | $982K | 2.2% |
| India | $904K | 2% |
| Germany | $638K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $389K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $362K | 0.8% |
Product types under HS 8301
| 8301.40 | Locks: (other than those for motor vehicles or furniture), (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal | 34% |
| 8301.60 | Locks: parts of padlocks, locks, clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal | 31% |
| 8301.20 | Locks: of a kind used for motor vehicles (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal | 15% |
| 8301.10 | Padlocks: (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal | 12% |
| 8301.70 | Keys: presented separately, of base metal | 5.3% |
| 8301.30 | Locks: of a kind used for furniture (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal | 3.6% |
| 8301.50 | Clasps and frames with clasps: incorporating locks, of base metal | 0.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8301.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.32 per kg, 34% below the world average of $12.53, 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.
Padlocks exports from Egypt
Exports of padlocks by Egypt reached $3.5 million in 2024 (166 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Tunisia accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Syria grew fastest (+454% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | $1.9M | 55% |
| Algeria | $442K | 13% |
| Syria | $309K | 8.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $162K | 4.6% |
| Italy | $123K | 3.5% |
| Jordan | $108K | 3.1% |
| Iraq | $80K | 2.3% |
| Libya | $70K | 2% |
| Turkey | $62K | 1.8% |
| Morocco | $59K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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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 8301: Padlocks and locks (key, combination, electrically operated) of base metal; clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal, keys for any or the foregoing articles, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of padlocks imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported padlocks worth $45.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply padlocks to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($27.1 million), followed by Turkey (14%) and Thailand (5%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 188% on the year.
What is the average import price of padlocks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.32 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $12.53 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of padlocks to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.3 million in 2017 to $45.4 million in 2024, an increase of 16%. The peak was 2021 at $69.0 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export padlocks?
Yes. Egypt exported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, Algeria and Syria. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $41.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for padlocks?
The HS code for padlocks is heading 8301. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 8301.40 (34% of the value) and 8301.60 (30%). It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8301 page.
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