X-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents worth $17.0 million (198 tonnes). Value rose 25% on 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 | $17.0M | 198 t |
| 2023 | $13.6M | 145 t |
| 2022 | $15.4M | 245 t |
| 2021 | $8.8M | 114 t |
| 2020 | $10.2M | 131 t |
| 2019 | $11.6M | 166 t |
| 2018 | $12.6M | 354 t |
| 2017 | $14.3M | 241 t |
Where Egypt imports x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents from
One supplier dominates: Ireland accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+244% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $10.0M | 59% |
| France | $4.0M | 24% |
| Austria | $1.8M | 10% |
| Germany | $662K | 3.9% |
| Turkey | $170K | 1% |
| China | $77K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $62K | 0.4% |
| United States | $59K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $53K | 0.3% |
| Hungary | $49K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $85.77 per kg, close to the world average of $85.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
X-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents worth $2.3 million (0 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Algeria (15%), Vietnam (10%), Nigeria (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Ghana grew fastest (+514% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Egypt x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents imports (HS 3006.30): 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 3006.30: Pharmaceutical goods: opacifying preparations for x-ray examinations, diagnostic reagents designed to be administered to the patient.
Common questions
What is the value of x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents worth $17.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 198 tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents to Egypt?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($10.0 million), followed by France (23%) and Austria (10%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 244% on the year.
What is the average import price of x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents per kg?
The average declared import value was about $85.77 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $85.27 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.3 million in 2017 to $17.0 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also export x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Algeria, Vietnam and Nigeria. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $14.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents?
The HS code for x-ray contrast and diagnostic reagents is subheading 3006.30. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3006 page.
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