Time switches imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported time switches worth $7.8 million (124 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 11% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
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 | $7.8M | 124 t |
| 2023 | $7.0M | 218 t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 257 t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 409 t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 294 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 49 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 45 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 34 t |
Where Egypt imports time switches from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+302% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.9M | 64% |
| Vietnam | $1.1M | 14% |
| Germany | $589K | 7.6% |
| Turkey | $417K | 5.4% |
| Italy | $301K | 3.9% |
| United States | $79K | 1% |
| Tunisia | $77K | 1% |
| South Korea | $65K | 0.8% |
| Czech Republic | $42K | 0.5% |
| Singapore | $37K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $62.45 per kg, 73% above the world average of $36.16. 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 9107: Time switches; with clock, watch movement or synchronous motor.
Common questions
What is the value of time switches imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported time switches worth $7.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 124 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 202 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply time switches to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by Vietnam (14%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 302% on the year.
What is the average import price of time switches per kg?
The average declared import value was about $62.45 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $36.16 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 imports of time switches to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $7.8 million in 2024, an increase of 192%. The peak was 2022 at $8.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
What is the HS code for time switches?
The HS code for time switches is heading 9107. In Egypt all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 9107.00. It sits in HS chapter 91 (clocks and watches and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9107 page.
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