Rare gases excluding argon imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported rare gases excluding argon worth $8.3 million (70 tonnes). That is 80% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% 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 | $8.3M | 70 t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 81 t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 30 t |
| 2021 | $946K | 36 t |
| 2020 | $615K | 61 t |
| 2019 | $1.0M | 43 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 63 t |
| 2017 | $828K | 17 t |
Where Egypt imports rare gases excluding argon from
The largest suppliers were Algeria (40%), Qatar (31%), France (10%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | $3.3M | 40% |
| Qatar | $2.6M | 31% |
| France | $820K | 9.8% |
| Poland | $703K | 8.4% |
| Turkey | $263K | 3.2% |
| Spain | $110K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $101K | 1.2% |
| India | $89K | 1.1% |
| China | $82K | 1% |
| United States | $81K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $119.71 per kg, 71% above the world average of $70.01. 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.
Rare gases excluding argon exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported rare gases excluding argon worth $828 thousand (15 tonnes). Israel alone took 91% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $754K | 91% |
| Libya | $47K | 5.7% |
| Tanzania | $28K | 3.4% |
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 2804.29: Gases, rare: other than argon.
Common questions
What is the value of rare gases excluding argon imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported rare gases excluding argon worth $8.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 70 tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 191 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 80% on 2023.
Which countries supply rare gases excluding argon to Egypt?
Algeria was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by Qatar (31%) and France (10%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average import price of rare gases excluding argon per kg?
The average declared import value was about $119.71 per kg in 2024, 71% above the world average of $70.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rare gases excluding argon to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $828 thousand in 2017 to $8.3 million in 2024, an increase of 908%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also export rare gases excluding argon?
Yes. Egypt exported $828 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, Libya and Tanzania. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for rare gases excluding argon?
The HS code for rare gases excluding argon is subheading 2804.29. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2804 page.
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