Titanium ore exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $39.5 million of titanium ore in 2024 (155.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 19% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% 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 | $39.5M | 155.5K t |
| 2023 | $33.2M | 112.7K t |
| 2022 | $14.8M | 60.8K t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 47.3K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 52.3K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 22.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.7M | 53.9K t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 43.8K t |
Where Egypt exports titanium ore to
China alone took 96% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $38.0M | 96% |
| Spain | $1.3M | 3.4% |
| Italy | $88K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $35K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.25 per kg, 52% below the world average of $0.52, 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.
Titanium ore imports to Egypt
In 2024, Egypt imported titanium ore worth $3.5 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Netherlands (35%), Ukraine (24%), Mozambique (24%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+401% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 35% |
| Ukraine | $862K | 24% |
| Mozambique | $848K | 24% |
| Kenya | $261K | 7.4% |
| Sierra Leone | $105K | 3% |
| Spain | $101K | 2.8% |
| China | $92K | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $51K | 1.4% |
| Thailand | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 2614: Titanium ores and concentrates.
Common questions
What is the value of titanium ore exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported titanium ore worth $39.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 155.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 71 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy titanium ore from Egypt?
China was the largest buyer with 96% of the value ($38.0 million), followed by Spain (3%) and Italy (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 52% on the year.
What is the average export price of titanium ore per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.25 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $0.52 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 titanium ore from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $39.5 million in 2024, an increase of 853%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also import titanium ore?
Yes. Egypt imported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, Ukraine and Mozambique. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $36.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for titanium ore?
The HS code for titanium ore is heading 2614. In Egypt all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2614.00. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2614 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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