Surveying instruments (other) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $17.9 million of surveying instruments (other) in 2024 (44 tonnes). That is 95% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $33.6 million.
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 | $17.9M | 44 t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 64 t |
| 2022 | $33.6M | 71 t |
| 2021 | $22.3M | 500 t |
| 2020 | $13.2M | 97 t |
| 2019 | $19.2M | 129 t |
| 2018 | $27.6M | 189 t |
| 2017 | $20.9M | 193 t |
Where Egypt imports surveying instruments (other) from
The largest suppliers were United States (29%), United Kingdom (15%), Japan (12%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.2M | 29% |
| United Kingdom | $2.6M | 15% |
| Japan | $2.1M | 12% |
| Malaysia | $1.7M | 9.5% |
| Russia | $710K | 4% |
| Canada | $661K | 3.7% |
| China | $638K | 3.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $629K | 3.5% |
| Singapore | $506K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $501K | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $410.69 per kg, 82% above the world average of $225.62. 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.
Surveying instruments (other) exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $1.1 million of surveying instruments (other) in 2024 (187 tonnes). United Kingdom alone took 67% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+604% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $758K | 67% |
| Pakistan | $100K | 8.8% |
| Norway | $92K | 8.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $80K | 7.1% |
| Netherlands | $20K | 1.8% |
| South Africa | $16K | 1.5% |
| Indonesia | $13K | 1.2% |
| Switzerland | $12K | 1.1% |
| United States | $12K | 1.1% |
| France | $6K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt surveying instruments (other) imports (HS 9015.80): 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 9015.80: Surveying equipment: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses).
Common questions
What is the value of surveying instruments (other) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported surveying instruments (other) worth $17.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 44 tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 95% on 2023.
Which countries supply surveying instruments (other) to Egypt?
The United States was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by the United Kingdom (15%) and Japan (12%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 494% on the year.
What is the average import price of surveying instruments (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $410.69 per kg in 2024, 82% above the world average of $225.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of surveying instruments (other) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.9 million in 2017 to $17.9 million in 2024, a fall of 14%. The peak was 2022 at $33.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.5 million a year.
Does Egypt also export surveying instruments (other)?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Pakistan and Norway. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $16.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for surveying instruments (other)?
The HS code for surveying instruments (other) is subheading 9015.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9015 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Egypt. Tell us your product to see it live.
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