Supported catalysts (other metals) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported supported catalysts (other metals) worth $22.1 million (888 tonnes). Value rose 250% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22.1M | 888 t |
| 2023 | $6.3M | 485 t |
| 2022 | $13.2M | 687 t |
| 2021 | $17.5M | 481 t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 236 t |
| 2019 | $12.6M | 415 t |
| 2018 | $15.0M | 487 t |
| 2017 | $16.7M | 757 t |
Where Egypt imports supported catalysts (other metals) from
The largest suppliers were United States (33%), Saudi Arabia (27%), Italy (15%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $7.3M | 33% |
| Saudi Arabia | $6.0M | 27% |
| Italy | $3.4M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 13% |
| Denmark | $735K | 3.3% |
| China | $667K | 3% |
| Thailand | $319K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $227K | 1% |
| France | $170K | 0.8% |
| Switzerland | $115K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.91 per kg, 73% above the world average of $14.40. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt supported catalysts (other metals) imports (HS 3815.19): 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 3815.19: Catalysts, supported: reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with an active substance other than nickel or precious metals or their compounds, n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of supported catalysts (other metals) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported supported catalysts (other metals) worth $22.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 888 tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 163 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 250% on 2023.
Which countries supply supported catalysts (other metals) to Egypt?
The United States was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (27%) and Italy (15%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 947% on the year.
What is the average import price of supported catalysts (other metals) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.91 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $14.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of supported catalysts (other metals) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.7 million in 2017 to $22.1 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for supported catalysts (other metals)?
The HS code for supported catalysts (other metals) is subheading 3815.19. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3815 page.
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