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Egypt: Activated Carbon Market 2024

Activated Carbon Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian activated carbon market was estimated at $X in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a mild downturn. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Activated Carbon Production in Egypt

In value terms, activated carbon production reached $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a perceptible curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 34%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Activated Carbon Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2022, approx. X tons of activated carbon were exported from Egypt; with a decrease of -86.7% on the previous year. In general, exports, however, recorded strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 7,387% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, activated carbon exports reduced sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, saw a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 2,349%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Israel (X tons), Belgium (X tons) and Lebanon (X tons) were the main destinations of activated carbon exports from Egypt, with a combined 91% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Lebanon (with a CAGR of +25.7%), while the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for activated carbon exported from Egypt were Israel ($X), Belgium ($X) and Lebanon ($X), together accounting for 91% of total exports.

Lebanon, with a CAGR of +23.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average activated carbon export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 11% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a perceptible increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 1,688%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Lebanon ($X per ton) and Saudi Arabia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Belgium ($X per ton) and Israel ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Kuwait (+42.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Activated Carbon Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2022, supplies from abroad of activated carbon increased by 22% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports saw a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 72% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

In value terms, activated carbon imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a buoyant increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), China (X tons) and France (X tons) were the main suppliers of activated carbon imports to Egypt, with a combined 84% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by India (with a CAGR of +20.9%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest activated carbon suppliers to Egypt were India ($X), China ($X) and France ($X), with a combined 84% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, India, with a CAGR of +24.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average activated carbon import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 17% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.5%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by 47%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from India ($X per ton) and the United States ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) and France ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sri Lanka (+2.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for activated carbon in the world?

China remains the largest activated carbon consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 29% of total volume. Moreover, activated carbon consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with an 8.6% share.

What are the largest producers of activated carbon in the world?

The country with the largest volume of activated carbon production was China, accounting for 35% of total volume. Moreover, activated carbon production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of activated carbon to Egypt?

In value terms, the largest activated carbon suppliers to Egypt were India, Sri Lanka and China, with a combined 62% share of total imports. Malaysia, Vietnam, France and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.

What are the leading importers of activated carbon from Egypt?

In value terms, the largest markets for activated carbon exported from Egypt were Belgium, Germany and Israel, with a combined 56% share of total exports. Poland, Finland, Vietnam and India lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.

What is the average export price for activated carbon in Egypt?

The average activated carbon export price stood at $3,060 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for activated carbon in Egypt?

In 2021, the average activated carbon import price amounted to $2,187 per ton, rising by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the activated carbon market in Egypt. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 20595400 - Activated carbon

Country coverage:

Egypt

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Egypt
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023