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Egypt: Explosives Market 2024

Explosives Market Size in Egypt

In 2021, after three years of growth, there was decline in the Egyptian explosives market, when its value decreased by -2% to $X. In general, consumption recorded a mild decrease. Explosives consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Explosives Production in Egypt

In value terms, explosives production contracted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a slight descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 19% against the previous year. Explosives production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Explosives Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2021, after three years of growth, there was decline in shipments abroad of prepared explosives, when their volume decreased by -1.4% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 202%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then fell slightly in the following year.

In value terms, explosives exports declined to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 172%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Kenya (X tons) was the main destination for explosives exports from Egypt, with a approx. 99.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Kenya stood at +53.8%.

In value terms, Kenya ($X) also remains the key foreign market for prepared explosives exports from Egypt.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Kenya stood at +43.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average explosives export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -8.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 2%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Kenya.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Tanzania amounted to -6.7% per year.

Explosives Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2021, the amount of prepared explosives imported into Egypt soared to X tons, jumping by 60% compared with 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports saw strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 181% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, explosives imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports enjoyed strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 142% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Spain (X tons) constituted the largest explosives supplier to Egypt, with a 31% share of total imports. Moreover, explosives imports from Spain exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by South Africa (X tons), with a 6.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Spain stood at +21.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (-2.0% per year) and South Africa (-0.5% per year).

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of prepared explosives to Egypt, comprising 32% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 9.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from France stood at +8.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+22.9% per year) and the Netherlands (+8.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average explosives import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -26.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a pronounced reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 55% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+10.8%), 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 prepared explosives in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of explosives consumption in 2020 were China, Norway and the United States, with a combined 41% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of prepared explosives in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of explosives production in 2020 were China, Norway and the United States, with a combined 42% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of prepared explosives to Egypt?

In value terms, Spain constituted the largest supplier of explosives to Egypt, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 28% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of prepared explosives from Egypt?

In value terms, Kenya remains the key foreign market for explosives exports from Egypt.

What is the average export price for prepared explosives in Egypt?

In 2020, the average explosives export price amounted to $508 per ton, rising by 5.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for prepared explosives in Egypt?

In 2020, the average explosives import price amounted to $11,524 per ton, rising by 14% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the explosives 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 20511150 - Prepared explosives (excluding propellant powders)

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 2012–2023
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