UV and infrared therapy apparatus imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $3.9 million of uv and infrared therapy apparatus in 2024 (21 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 68% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $3.9M | 21 t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 13 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 14 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 41 t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 14 t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 13 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 15 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 15 t |
Where Egypt imports uv and infrared therapy apparatus from
Italy alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+396% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.2M | 56% |
| France | $645K | 17% |
| United States | $516K | 13% |
| Mexico | $186K | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $100K | 2.6% |
| Kuwait | $90K | 2.3% |
| Slovenia | $79K | 2.1% |
| China | $72K | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $4K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $182.49 per kg, 26% above the world average of $144.64. 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.
UV and infrared therapy apparatus exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported uv and infrared therapy apparatus worth $543 thousand (2 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 54% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $291K | 54% |
| Italy | $240K | 44% |
| Slovenia | $13K | 2.4% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt uv and infrared therapy apparatus imports (HS 9018.20): 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 9018.20: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of uv and infrared therapy apparatus imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported uv and infrared therapy apparatus worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 188 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 68% on 2023.
Which countries supply uv and infrared therapy apparatus to Egypt?
Italy was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by France (17%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 396% on the year.
What is the average import price of uv and infrared therapy apparatus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $182.49 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $144.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of uv and infrared therapy apparatus to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. The peak was 2021 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also export uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
Yes. Egypt exported $543 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Italy and Slovenia. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
The HS code for uv and infrared therapy apparatus is subheading 9018.20. 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 9018 page.
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