Video recorder imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported video recorder worth $15.1 million (162 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $29.8 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 | $15.1M | 163 t |
| 2023 | $15.1M | 804 t |
| 2022 | $16.9M | 843 t |
| 2021 | $29.8M | 824 t |
| 2020 | $24.8M | 733 t |
| 2019 | $20.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $15.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $12.7M | 67 t |
Where Egypt imports video recorder from
China alone supplied 70% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.5M | 70% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 13% |
| Malaysia | $542K | 3.6% |
| Denmark | $501K | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $292K | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $259K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $185K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $122K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $105K | 0.7% |
| Mexico | $76K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 8521
| 8521.90 | Video recording or reproducing apparatus: other than magnetic tape-type | 99% |
| 8521.10 | Video recording or reproducing apparatus: magnetic tape-type | 0.8% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8521.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $92.95 per kg, 76% above the world average of $52.72. 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.
Video recorder exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported video recorder worth $779 thousand (22 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Switzerland accounted for 91% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $710K | 91% |
| Saudi Arabia | $26K | 3.3% |
| Bahrain | $10K | 1.3% |
| Kuwait | $10K | 1.3% |
| Senegal | $7K | 0.9% |
| Tanzania | $4K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0.5% |
| Kenya | $3K | 0.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0.2% |
| New Zealand | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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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 8521: Video recording or reproducing apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of video recorder imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported video recorder worth $15.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 162 tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply video recorder to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($10.5 million), followed by South Korea (13%) and Malaysia (4%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 274% on the year.
What is the average import price of video recorder per kg?
The average declared import value was about $92.95 per kg in 2024, 76% above the world average of $52.72 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 imports of video recorder to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.7 million in 2017 to $15.1 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2021 at $29.8 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export video recorder?
Yes. Egypt exported $779 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $14.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for video recorder?
The HS code for video recorder is heading 8521. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 8521.90 (99% of the value) and 8521.10 (1%). It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8521 page.
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