Transmission gears and sprockets imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of transmission gears and sprockets by Egypt reached $22.8 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). That is 31% more than in 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 | $22.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $17.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $19.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $18.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $19.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $20.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $22.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $26.2M | 1.9K t |
Where Egypt imports transmission gears and sprockets from
Most of the value came from Germany (45%), China (11%), France (11%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+620% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $10.3M | 45% |
| China | $2.6M | 11% |
| France | $2.5M | 11% |
| United States | $1.4M | 6.2% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 5.9% |
| Japan | $509K | 2.2% |
| Poland | $483K | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $377K | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $333K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $319K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.27 per kg, 33% above the world average of $9.96. 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.
Transmission gears and sprockets exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported transmission gears and sprockets worth $4.3 million (24 tonnes). Most of it went to Belgium (41%), Slovenia (40%), Netherlands (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+533% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $1.7M | 41% |
| Slovenia | $1.7M | 40% |
| Netherlands | $315K | 7.4% |
| Indonesia | $293K | 6.8% |
| Lebanon | $163K | 3.8% |
| Sweden | $14K | 0.3% |
| Kenya | $10K | 0.2% |
| Comoros | $7K | 0.2% |
| Morocco | $5K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $5K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt transmission gears and sprockets imports (HS 8483.90): 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 8483.90: Transmission components: toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately: parts.
Common questions
What is the value of transmission gears and sprockets imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported transmission gears and sprockets worth $22.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply transmission gears and sprockets to Egypt?
Germany was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($10.3 million), followed by China (11%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 620% on the year.
What is the average import price of transmission gears and sprockets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.27 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $9.96 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of transmission gears and sprockets to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.2 million in 2017 to $22.8 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2017 at $26.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also export transmission gears and sprockets?
Yes. Egypt exported $4.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Slovenia and the Netherlands. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $18.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for transmission gears and sprockets?
The HS code for transmission gears and sprockets is subheading 8483.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8483 page.
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