Peanuts exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of peanuts by Egypt reached $124.0 million in 2024 (69.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 145 countries for exports of this product. That is 27% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $124.0M | 69.8K t |
| 2023 | $97.6M | 53.2K t |
| 2022 | $96.2M | 58.0K t |
| 2021 | $102.3M | 53.7K t |
| 2020 | $63.7M | 34.8K t |
| 2019 | $63.1M | 37.0K t |
| 2018 | $59.6M | 36.1K t |
| 2017 | $60.6M | 34.3K t |
Where Egypt exports peanuts to
The largest buyer markets were Morocco (21%), Italy (18%), Germany (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest (+336% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $26.0M | 21% |
| Italy | $22.5M | 18% |
| Germany | $11.8M | 9.5% |
| Turkey | $11.3M | 9.1% |
| Algeria | $10.6M | 8.6% |
| Tunisia | $5.7M | 4.6% |
| Switzerland | $4.8M | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $4.2M | 3.4% |
| France | $3.0M | 2.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.9M | 2.4% |
Product types under HS 1202
| 1202.41 | Ground-nuts: other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, in shell | 57% |
| 1202.42 | Ground-nuts: other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken, | 43% |
| 1202.30 | Ground-nuts: seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, whether or not shelled or broken | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 1202.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.78 per kg, 38% above the world average of $1.29. 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.
Peanuts imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $5.2 million of peanuts in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Sudan (25%), Argentina (23%), Tanzania (19%). Among the main suppliers, Sudan grew fastest (+400% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sudan | $1.3M | 25% |
| Argentina | $1.2M | 23% |
| Tanzania | $980K | 19% |
| Brazil | $519K | 10% |
| China | $368K | 7.1% |
| Madagascar | $264K | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $165K | 3.2% |
| India | $157K | 3% |
| Turkey | $152K | 2.9% |
| Switzerland | $79K | 1.5% |
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 1202: Ground-nuts; not roasted or otherwise cooked, whether or not shelled or broken.
Common questions
What is the value of peanuts exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported peanuts worth $124.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 69.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 145 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy peanuts from Egypt?
Morocco was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($26.0 million), followed by Italy (18%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 55 buyer countries in total. Algeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 336% on the year.
What is the average export price of peanuts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.78 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $1.29 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 exports of peanuts from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $60.6 million in 2017 to $124.0 million in 2024, an increase of 105%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also import peanuts?
Yes. Egypt imported $5.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Sudan, Argentina and Tanzania. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $118.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for peanuts?
The HS code for peanuts is heading 1202. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 1202.41 (57% of the value) and 1202.42 (43%). It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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