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Egypt: Iodine Market 2025

Iodine Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian iodine market surged to $X in 2022, increasing by 25% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, saw a noticeable increase. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Iodine Production in Egypt

In value terms, iodine production expanded notably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a pronounced expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume increased by 55%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Iodine Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2020, overseas shipments of iodine decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports saw temperate growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 80%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2020, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, iodine exports totaled $X in 2020. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 67% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X kg) and Djibouti (X kg) were the main destinations of iodine exports from Egypt.

From 2015 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Turkey (with a CAGR of 0.0%).

In value terms, the largest markets for iodine exported from Egypt were Turkey ($X) and Djibouti ($X).

In terms of the main countries of destination, Turkey, with a CAGR of 0.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average iodine export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, remaining stable against the previous year. In general, the export price posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 a decrease of -7.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2020, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Djibouti ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Turkey amounted to $X per ton.

From 2015 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Seychelles (+197.4%).

Iodine Imports

Imports into Egypt

Iodine imports into Egypt fell to X tons in 2022, waning by -11.1% compared with 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 96%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, iodine imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a notable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 91% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X tons) and Chile (X tons) were the main suppliers of iodine imports to Egypt.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Brazil (with a CAGR of +49.4%).

In value terms, the largest iodine suppliers to Egypt were Brazil ($X) and Chile ($X).

In terms of the main suppliers, Brazil, with a CAGR of +49.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

The average iodine import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 48% against the previous year. In general, the import price posted a moderate increase. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Brazil ($X per ton), while the price for Chile totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+43.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for iodine in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Japan and Norway, together comprising 41% of global consumption. Chile, the United States, India, Italy, Germany, France, Brazil, the Netherlands and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 49%.

What are the largest producers of iodine in the world?

Chile constituted the country with the largest volume of iodine production, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, iodine production in Chile exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, twofold. Belgium ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of iodine to Egypt?

In value terms, the largest iodine suppliers to Egypt were Brazil and Chile.

What are the leading importers of iodine from Egypt?

In value terms, the largest markets for iodine exported from Egypt were Turkey and Djibouti.

What is the average export price for iodine in Egypt?

The average iodine export price stood at $18,488 per ton in 2020, approximately equating the previous year.

What is the average import price for iodine in Egypt?

The average iodine import price stood at $33,609 per ton in 2021, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the iodine 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.

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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
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