Ready-to-eat pasta exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of ready-to-eat pasta by Egypt reached $26.9 million in 2024 (16.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 29% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% 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 | $26.9M | 16.2K t |
| 2023 | $20.8M | 15.0K t |
| 2022 | $15.1M | 35.6K t |
| 2021 | $21.4M | 41.5K t |
| 2020 | $19.4M | 34.1K t |
| 2019 | $22.1M | 43.9K t |
| 2018 | $14.4M | 27.0K t |
| 2017 | $4.8M | 7.4K t |
Where Egypt exports ready-to-eat pasta to
The largest buyer markets were South Africa (30%), Saudi Arabia (16%), Kenya (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $8.2M | 30% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.3M | 16% |
| Kenya | $3.6M | 13% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.3M | 4.8% |
| Venezuela | $1.1M | 4.2% |
| Zambia | $1.1M | 4.1% |
| Lebanon | $923K | 3.4% |
| Togo | $721K | 2.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $645K | 2.4% |
| Uganda | $593K | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.66 per kg, 36% below the world average of $2.61, 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.
Ready-to-eat pasta imports to Egypt
In 2024, Egypt imported ready-to-eat pasta worth $1.3 million (417 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Jordan (26%), China (24%), South Korea (19%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $329K | 26% |
| China | $313K | 24% |
| South Korea | $248K | 19% |
| Lebanon | $189K | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $156K | 12% |
| Thailand | $27K | 2.1% |
| India | $13K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt ready-to-eat pasta exports (HS 1902.30): 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 1902.30: Food preparations: pasta (excluding stuffed), cooked or otherwise prepared.
Common questions
What is the value of ready-to-eat pasta exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported ready-to-eat pasta worth $26.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries buy ready-to-eat pasta from Egypt?
South Africa was the largest buyer with 30% of the value ($8.2 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (16%) and Kenya (13%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 65 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 27% on the year.
What is the average export price of ready-to-eat pasta per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.66 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $2.61 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of ready-to-eat pasta from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.8 million in 2017 to $26.9 million in 2024, an increase of 465%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also import ready-to-eat pasta?
Yes. Egypt imported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Jordan, China and South Korea. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $25.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for ready-to-eat pasta?
The HS code for ready-to-eat pasta is subheading 1902.30. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1902 page.
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