Welded tube (other) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported welded tube (other) worth $11.7 million (3.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 32% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $14.9 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 | $11.7M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $8.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $14.9M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 8.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $12.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $10.8M | 2.4K t |
Where Egypt imports welded tube (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (23%), Argentina (18%), Romania (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 23% |
| Argentina | $2.1M | 18% |
| Romania | $975K | 8.4% |
| Japan | $975K | 8.4% |
| Turkey | $823K | 7.1% |
| Uruguay | $596K | 5.1% |
| Thailand | $533K | 4.6% |
| India | $488K | 4.2% |
| Belgium | $408K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $408K | 3.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.04 per kg, 45% above the world average of $2.09. 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.
Welded tube (other) exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $2.7 million of welded tube (other) in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Sudan (40%), Saudi Arabia (16%), Tunisia (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sudan | $1.1M | 40% |
| Saudi Arabia | $447K | 17% |
| Tunisia | $273K | 10% |
| Morocco | $235K | 8.6% |
| Mozambique | $176K | 6.5% |
| Greece | $139K | 5.1% |
| Libya | $79K | 2.9% |
| Lebanon | $59K | 2.2% |
| Iraq | $48K | 1.8% |
| Austria | $36K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt welded tube (other) imports (HS 7306.90): 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 7306.90: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (not seamless), n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of welded tube (other) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported welded tube (other) worth $11.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply welded tube (other) to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Argentina (18%) and Romania (8%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 449% on the year.
What is the average import price of welded tube (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.04 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $2.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of welded tube (other) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.8 million in 2017 to $11.7 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2022 at $14.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also export welded tube (other)?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sudan, Saudi Arabia and Tunisia. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $8.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded tube (other)?
The HS code for welded tube (other) is subheading 7306.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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