Steel nails exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $13.5 million of steel nails in 2024 (11.0 thousand tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $32.9 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 | $13.5M | 11.0K t |
| 2023 | $14.4M | 10.4K t |
| 2022 | $32.9M | 13.8K t |
| 2021 | $19.1M | 16.0K t |
| 2020 | $11.4M | 14.5K t |
| 2019 | $15.5M | 18.6K t |
| 2018 | $15.9M | 15.9K t |
| 2017 | $10.6M | 12.0K t |
Where Egypt exports steel nails to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 66% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.0M | 66% |
| Madagascar | $2.3M | 17% |
| Sudan | $426K | 3.2% |
| Kenya | $325K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $276K | 2% |
| Syria | $257K | 1.9% |
| Libya | $248K | 1.8% |
| Argentina | $234K | 1.7% |
| Israel | $120K | 0.9% |
| Cyprus | $108K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.22 per kg, 24% below the world average of $1.60, 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.
Steel nails imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $9.8 million of steel nails in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.3M | 85% |
| Russia | $610K | 6.2% |
| Germany | $408K | 4.1% |
| India | $163K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $140K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $62K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $55K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $29K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 0.1% |
| United States | $7K | 0.1% |
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 7317: Nails, tacks, drawing pins, corrugated nails, staples (not those of heading no. 8305) and the like, of iron or steel, with heads of other material or not, but excluding articles with heads of copper.
Common questions
What is the value of steel nails exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported steel nails worth $13.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 160 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel nails from Egypt?
The United States was the largest buyer with 66% of the value ($9.0 million), followed by Madagascar (17%) and Sudan (3%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Syria grew fastest among the top ten, up 875% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel nails per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.22 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $1.60 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 steel nails from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10.6 million in 2017 to $13.5 million in 2024, an increase of 27%. The peak was 2022 at $32.9 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also import steel nails?
Yes. Egypt imported $9.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Russia and Germany. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel nails?
The HS code for steel nails is heading 7317. In Egypt all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 7317.00. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7317 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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