Reclaimed rubber exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $3.2 million of reclaimed rubber in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 50% 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 | $3.2M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $844K | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $212K | 554 t |
| 2019 | $147K | 403 t |
| 2018 | $229K | 620 t |
| 2017 | $185K | 497 t |
Where Egypt exports reclaimed rubber to
The largest buyer markets were Turkey (36%), Libya (31%), South Africa (24%). Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.2M | 36% |
| Libya | $984K | 31% |
| South Africa | $788K | 25% |
| Bulgaria | $102K | 3.2% |
| Algeria | $74K | 2.3% |
| Poland | $56K | 1.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $28K | 0.9% |
| Syria | $24K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $10K | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.67 per kg, close to the world average of $0.67.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Reclaimed rubber imports to Egypt
Imports of reclaimed rubber by Egypt reached $655 thousand in 2024 (716 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 93% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+134% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $612K | 94% |
| India | $29K | 4.5% |
| United States | $14K | 2.1% |
| Kuwait | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 4003: Reclaimed rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of reclaimed rubber exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported reclaimed rubber worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 93 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy reclaimed rubber from Egypt?
Turkey was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Libya (31%) and South Africa (24%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 10 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 278% on the year.
What is the average export price of reclaimed rubber per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.67 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.67 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 reclaimed rubber from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $184 thousand in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also import reclaimed rubber?
Yes. Egypt imported $655 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and the United States. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for reclaimed rubber?
The HS code for reclaimed rubber is heading 4003. In Egypt all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 4003.00. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4003 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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