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Egypt - Copper Mattes and Cement Copper - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Egypt: Copper Matte Market 2025

Copper Matte Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian copper matte market shrank to $X in 2022, flattening at the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, saw a noticeable slump. Copper matte consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Copper Matte Production in Egypt

In value terms, copper matte production shrank to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a perceptible shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the production volume increased by 3.9%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Copper Matte Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2022, exports of copper mattes and cement copper from Egypt contracted to X tons, with a decrease of -2.8% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 2,268%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, copper matte exports contracted to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a precipitous contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 20%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons) was the main destination for copper matte exports from Egypt, accounting for a 81% share of total exports. Moreover, copper matte exports to the United Arab Emirates exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Sudan (X kg), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United Arab Emirates amounted to +26.7%.

In value terms, Sudan ($X) and the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest markets for copper matte exported from Egypt worldwide.

In terms of the main countries of destination, the United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +11.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average copper matte export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -3.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a sharp decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 7.5% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Sudan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sudan (+7.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Copper Matte Imports

Imports into Egypt

After two years of growth, overseas purchases of copper mattes and cement copper decreased by -2.1% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 142%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then reduced slightly in the following year.

In value terms, copper matte imports declined to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a slight reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 63%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the UK (X tons) was the main supplier of copper matte to Egypt, with a 97% share of total imports. Moreover, copper matte imports from the UK exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Italy (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the UK amounted to +13.3%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of copper mattes and cement copper to Egypt, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Italy ($X), with a 28% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the UK stood at +4.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average copper matte import price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -2.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average import price increased by 43% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for the UK stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (-7.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for copper mattes and cement copper in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Russia, South Korea and China, with a combined 40% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of copper mattes and cement copper in the world?

Iran constituted the country with the largest volume of copper matte production, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, copper matte production in Iran exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the Philippines, twofold. Finland ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of copper mattes and cement copper to Egypt?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of copper matte to Egypt.

What are the leading importers of copper mattes and cement copper from Egypt?

In value terms, Sudan remains the key foreign market for copper matte exports from Egypt, comprising 89% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with an 11% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for copper mattes and cement copper in Egypt?

The average copper matte export price stood at $6,639 per ton in 2021, declining by -6.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for copper mattes and cement copper in Egypt?

The average copper matte import price stood at $14,296 per ton in 2021, approximately equating the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the copper matte 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 24441100 - Copper mattes, cement copper (precipitated copper) (excluding copper powder)

Country coverage:

Egypt

Data coverage:

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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024