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Egypt: Silicon Market 2024

Silicon Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian silicon market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after two years of decline. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a resilient increase. Silicon consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Silicon Production in Egypt

In value terms, silicon production fell slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a pronounced reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Silicon Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2022, shipments abroad of silicon decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a modest expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then contracted markedly in the following year.

In value terms, silicon exports fell significantly to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons) and Sudan (X tons) were the main destinations of silicon exports from Egypt, together accounting for X% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the Netherlands (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) remains the key foreign market for silicon exports from Egypt, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the Netherlands amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Saudi Arabia (X% per year) and Sudan (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average silicon export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average export price increased by X%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Sudan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Czech Republic (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Silicon Imports

Imports into Egypt

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of silicon increased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports showed significant growth. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, silicon imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) was the main silicon supplier to Egypt, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to X%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of silicon to Egypt.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China amounted to X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average silicon import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a noticeable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to X% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for silicon in the world?

The country with the largest volume of silicon consumption was China, comprising approx. 49% of total volume. Moreover, silicon consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of silicon in the world?

China remains the largest silicon producing country worldwide, accounting for 74% of total volume. Moreover, silicon production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Norway, more than tenfold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of silicon to Egypt?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of silicon to Egypt, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with an 11% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for silicon in Egypt?

In 2021, the average silicon export price amounted to $2,843 per ton, increasing by 159% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for silicon in Egypt?

In 2021, the average silicon import price amounted to $2,642 per ton, surging by 48% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silicon 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 20132150 - Silicon

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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