Petroleum wax exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $194.0 million of petroleum wax in 2024 (108.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 145 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 24% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $194.0M | 108.3K t |
| 2023 | $156.8M | 129.3K t |
| 2022 | $145.5M | 90.9K t |
| 2021 | $83.6M | 79.5K t |
| 2020 | $55.5M | 66.9K t |
| 2019 | $64.0M | 69.9K t |
| 2018 | $67.2M | 66.9K t |
| 2017 | $65.8M | 66.4K t |
Where Egypt exports petroleum wax to
Most of it went to Germany (46%), Brazil (18%), Italy (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $89.6M | 46% |
| Brazil | $34.7M | 18% |
| Italy | $27.3M | 14% |
| United Arab Emirates | $13.3M | 6.9% |
| South Africa | $6.4M | 3.3% |
| Morocco | $4.4M | 2.3% |
| Nigeria | $4.1M | 2.1% |
| Algeria | $2.3M | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $2.2M | 1.2% |
| Poland | $2.0M | 1% |
Product types under HS 2712
| 2712.90 | Paraffin wax: containing by weight 0.75% or more of oil, obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured | 67% |
| 2712.20 | Paraffin wax: containing by weight less than 0.75% of oil, obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured | 33% |
| 2712.10 | Petroleum jelly | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 2712.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.79 per kg, 24% above the world average of $1.44. 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.
Petroleum wax imports to Egypt
Imports of petroleum wax by Egypt reached $14.1 million in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Germany (22%), India (19%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+835% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.1M | 22% |
| India | $2.7M | 19% |
| China | $2.3M | 17% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 10% |
| Malaysia | $991K | 7% |
| Netherlands | $870K | 6.2% |
| South Africa | $632K | 4.5% |
| Hungary | $369K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $276K | 2% |
| South Korea | $259K | 1.8% |
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 2712: Petroleum jelly; paraffin wax, micro-crystalline petroleum wax, slack wax, ozokerite, lignite wax, peat wax, other mineral waxes, similar products obtained by synthesis, other processes; coloured or not.
Common questions
What is the value of petroleum wax exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported petroleum wax worth $194.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 108.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 145 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries buy petroleum wax from Egypt?
Germany was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($89.6 million), followed by Brazil (18%) and Italy (14%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 39 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 55% on the year.
What is the average export price of petroleum wax per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.79 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $1.44 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 petroleum wax from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $65.8 million in 2017 to $194.0 million in 2024, an increase of 195%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also import petroleum wax?
Yes. Egypt imported $14.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, India and China. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $179.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for petroleum wax?
The HS code for petroleum wax is heading 2712. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 2712.90 (67% of the value) and 2712.20 (33%). It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2712 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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