Toxins and microorganism cultures imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported toxins and microorganism cultures worth $22.1 million (477 tonnes). Value fell 28% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $83.5 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 | $22.1M | 477 t |
| 2023 | $30.7M | 148 t |
| 2022 | $44.0M | 235 t |
| 2021 | $83.5M | 173 t |
| 2020 | $9.5M | 123 t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 127 t |
| 2018 | $15.8M | 173 t |
| 2017 | $11.7M | 146 t |
Where Egypt imports toxins and microorganism cultures from
The largest suppliers were Spain (38%), France (16%), Ireland (9%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $8.3M | 38% |
| France | $3.6M | 16% |
| Ireland | $2.0M | 9.3% |
| United States | $2.0M | 9.1% |
| Denmark | $1.8M | 8.2% |
| Germany | $937K | 4.2% |
| Czech Republic | $908K | 4.1% |
| Italy | $874K | 4% |
| China | $563K | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $434K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $46.35 per kg, 63% below the world average of $124.82, 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.
Toxins and microorganism cultures exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported toxins and microorganism cultures worth $3.0 million (1 tonnes). Spain alone took 99% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+577% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $3.0M | 100% |
| United States | $5K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $2K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0% |
| South Korea | $1K | 0% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt toxins and microorganism cultures imports (HS 3002.90): 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 3002.90: Toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products.
Common questions
What is the value of toxins and microorganism cultures imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported toxins and microorganism cultures worth $22.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 477 tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply toxins and microorganism cultures to Egypt?
Spain was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($8.3 million), followed by France (16%) and Ireland (9%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 327% on the year.
What is the average import price of toxins and microorganism cultures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $46.35 per kg in 2024, 63% below the world average of $124.82 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of toxins and microorganism cultures to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.7 million in 2017 to $22.1 million in 2024, an increase of 89%. The peak was 2021 at $83.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $28.6 million a year.
Does Egypt also export toxins and microorganism cultures?
Yes. Egypt exported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, the United States and Germany. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $19.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for toxins and microorganism cultures?
The HS code for toxins and microorganism cultures is subheading 3002.90. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Egypt, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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