Steel drum exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of steel drum by Egypt reached $13.9 million in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 39% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 80% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $51.6 million.
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 | $13.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $51.6M | 11.7K t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $339K | 274 t |
| 2019 | $845K | 458 t |
| 2018 | $211K | 78 t |
| 2017 | $223K | 93 t |
Where Egypt exports steel drum to
Most of it went to India (48%), Thailand (32%), Japan (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.6M | 48% |
| Thailand | $4.5M | 32% |
| Japan | $1.6M | 11% |
| Kenya | $385K | 2.8% |
| Sudan | $264K | 1.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $101K | 0.7% |
| China | $96K | 0.7% |
| Oman | $75K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $59K | 0.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $49K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.45 per kg, 26% above the world average of $3.53. 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.
Steel drum imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $11.6 million of steel drum in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Italy (32%), Jordan (26%), Spain (10%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+328% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $3.7M | 32% |
| Jordan | $3.0M | 26% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 10% |
| Turkey | $908K | 7.8% |
| South Africa | $810K | 7% |
| China | $715K | 6.2% |
| Russia | $271K | 2.3% |
| India | $214K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $132K | 1.1% |
| United States | $122K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt steel drum exports (HS 7310.10): 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 7310.10: Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), 50l or more capacity but not exceeding 300l.
Common questions
What is the value of steel drum exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported steel drum worth $13.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 155 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel drum from Egypt?
India was the largest buyer with 48% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by Thailand (32%) and Japan (11%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 23 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 573% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel drum per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.45 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $3.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of steel drum from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $223 thousand in 2017 to $13.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $51.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.6 million a year.
Does Egypt also import steel drum?
Yes. Egypt imported $11.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Jordan and Spain. That compares with exports of $13.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for steel drum?
The HS code for steel drum is subheading 7310.10. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7310 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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