Portable computers imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported portable computers worth $156.3 million (735 tonnes). That is 50% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $493.7 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 | $156.3M | 735 t |
| 2023 | $104.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $196.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $493.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $466.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $296.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $301.5M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $46.8M | 428 t |
Where Egypt imports portable computers from
Most of the value came from China (45%), South Korea (35%), Hong Kong (6%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $70.6M | 45% |
| South Korea | $53.9M | 35% |
| Hong Kong | $9.4M | 6% |
| United States | $3.7M | 2.4% |
| Vietnam | $3.6M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 1.3% |
| France | $1.4M | 0.9% |
| Denmark | $1.3M | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $963K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $212.62 per kg, 24% below the world average of $279.80, 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.
Portable computers exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported portable computers worth $508 thousand (2 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ghana (19%), Tanzania (13%), Netherlands (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $97K | 19% |
| Tanzania | $67K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $65K | 13% |
| Nigeria | $61K | 12% |
| Morocco | $29K | 5.7% |
| Germany | $29K | 5.6% |
| Sierra Leone | $18K | 3.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $14K | 2.8% |
| Kuwait | $13K | 2.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $10K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt portable computers imports (HS 8471.30): 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 8471.30: Automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display.
Common questions
What is the value of portable computers imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported portable computers worth $156.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 735 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply portable computers to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($70.6 million), followed by South Korea (35%) and Hong Kong (6%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of portable computers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $212.62 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $279.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of portable computers to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $46.8 million in 2017 to $156.3 million in 2024, an increase of 234%. The peak was 2021 at $493.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $257.7 million a year.
Does Egypt also export portable computers?
Yes. Egypt exported $508 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Tanzania and the Netherlands. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $155.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for portable computers?
The HS code for portable computers is subheading 8471.30. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
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