Vegetable seeds imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported vegetable seeds worth $45.4 million (470 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $65.2 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 | $45.4M | 470 t |
| 2023 | $45.6M | 859 t |
| 2022 | $39.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $65.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $63.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $64.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $55.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $53.1M | 364 t |
Where Egypt imports vegetable seeds from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (21%), France (12%), Thailand (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 44%. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+339% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $9.5M | 21% |
| France | $5.3M | 12% |
| Thailand | $5.0M | 11% |
| United States | $5.0M | 11% |
| Peru | $3.6M | 8% |
| India | $2.8M | 6.1% |
| Chile | $2.0M | 4.4% |
| Jordan | $1.9M | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $1.6M | 3.6% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 3.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $96.55 per kg, 162% above the world average of $36.86. 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.
Vegetable seeds exports from Egypt
Exports of vegetable seeds by Egypt reached $5.2 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 73% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.8M | 73% |
| Kuwait | $275K | 5.3% |
| Oman | $184K | 3.5% |
| Canada | $178K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $140K | 2.7% |
| Jordan | $135K | 2.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $92K | 1.8% |
| Qatar | $64K | 1.2% |
| Lebanon | $52K | 1% |
| Palestine | $50K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt vegetable seeds imports (HS 1209.91): 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 1209.91: Seeds: vegetable seeds, of a kind used for sowing.
Common questions
What is the value of vegetable seeds imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported vegetable seeds worth $45.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 470 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply vegetable seeds to Egypt?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($9.5 million), followed by France (12%) and Thailand (11%). The top three together account for 44%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 339% on the year.
What is the average import price of vegetable seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $96.55 per kg in 2024, 162% above the world average of $36.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vegetable seeds to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $53.1 million in 2017 to $45.4 million in 2024, a fall of 14%. The peak was 2021 at $65.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $53.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also export vegetable seeds?
Yes. Egypt exported $5.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Oman. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $40.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for vegetable seeds?
The HS code for vegetable seeds is subheading 1209.91. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1209 page.
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