Steel slag exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported steel slag worth $28.2 million (184.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 87 countries. Value rose 8% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $28.2M | 184.6K t |
| 2023 | $26.1M | 147.2K t |
| 2022 | $32.3M | 23.2K t |
| 2021 | $8.9M | 58.3K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 30.5K t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 54.6K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 45.2K t |
| 2017 | $8.0M | 84.6K t |
Where Egypt exports steel slag to
Most of it went to Malaysia (37%), Indonesia (34%), Romania (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+185% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $10.5M | 37% |
| Indonesia | $9.7M | 34% |
| Romania | $3.0M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $2.6M | 9.4% |
| Vietnam | $2.3M | 8.2% |
| India | $47K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $10K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $3K | 0% |
| Thailand | $2K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.15 per kg, 50% above the world average of $0.10. 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.
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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 2619: Slag, dross; (other than granulated slag), scalings and other waste from the manufacture of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel slag exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported steel slag worth $28.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 184.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 87 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel slag from Egypt?
Malaysia was the largest buyer with 37% of the value ($10.5 million), followed by Indonesia (34%) and Romania (11%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 13 buyer countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 185% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel slag per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.15 per kg in 2024, 50% above the world average of $0.10 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 slag from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.0 million in 2017 to $28.2 million in 2024, an increase of 252%. The peak was 2022 at $32.3 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for steel slag?
The HS code for steel slag is heading 2619. In Egypt all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2619.00. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2619 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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