Egypt - Natural Bitumen and Asphalt - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Egypt - Natural Bitumen and Asphalt - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Price for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Egypt - 2023

Contents:

  1. Price for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Egypt (CIF) - 2022
  2. Price for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Egypt (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Egypt
  4. Exports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Egypt

Price for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Egypt (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average natural bitumen and asphalt import price amounted to $715 per ton, with an increase of 9.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of 54%. The import price peaked at $741 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($715 per ton), while the price for Italy ($715 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+7.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Price for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Egypt (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average natural bitumen and asphalt export price amounted to $822 per ton, falling by -2.9% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated mild growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, natural bitumen and asphalt export price decreased by -15.6% against 2014 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 114% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $974 per ton. From 2015 to 2022, 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 Germany.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Germany amounted to +5.5% per year.

Imports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Egypt

In 2022, approx. 320K tons of natural bitumen and asphalt were imported into Egypt; picking up by 7.8% compared with the previous year. Overall, imports, however, recorded a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 54% against the previous year.

In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt imports skyrocketed to $229M in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a notable increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +90.9% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 61% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Import of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Egypt (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Turkey20.731.895.6217118.9%
Greece12372.8N/A6.8-61.9%
Italy33.613.577.92.7-56.8%
Spain22.3N/AN/AN/A0%
Others3.91.619.62.1-18.6%
Total2041201932293.9%

Top Suppliers of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt to Egypt in 2022:

  1. Turkey (303.4K tons)
  2. Greece (9.5K tons)
  3. Italy (3.7K tons)

Exports of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Egypt

In 2022, shipments abroad of natural bitumen and asphalt increased by 0.8% to 291 tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt exports reduced to $239K in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 4.5%.

Export of Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in Egypt (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Germany2092322212394.6%
TanzaniaN/A1.4N/AN/A0%
Kenya14.8N/AN/AN/A0%
OthersN/A1.223.1N/A1825.0%
Total2242342442392.2%

Top Export Markets for Natural Bitumen and Asphalt from Egypt in 2022:

  1. Germany (291.1 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for natural bitumen and asphalt 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 08991000 - Natural bitumen and natural asphalt, asphaltites and asphaltic rocks

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. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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Global imports of bitumen and asphalt went down by -15% y-o-y to 2.1M tons in 2020. In value terms, imports dropped to $918M. America holds leadership in global imports of bitumen and asphalt. The U.S., Romania, China and France were among the few countries that managed to ramp up import supplies. The average bitumen and asphalt import price grew by +15% y-o-y to $427 per ton in 2020. Indonesia dominates the Chinese imports, while Greece, Canada and Spain provide the bulk of bitumen and asphalt imported to the U.S. 

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Global Imports of Bitumen and Asphalt Fall Despite Increased Supplies to China and the U.S.
Aug 30, 2021
Eye 2021

Global imports of bitumen and asphalt went down by -15% y-o-y to 2.1M tons in 2020. In value terms, imports dropped to $918M. America holds leadership in global imports of bitumen and asphalt. The U.S., Romania, China and France were among the few countries that managed to ramp up import supplies. The average bitumen and asphalt import price grew by +15% y-o-y to $427 per ton in 2020. Indonesia dominates the Chinese imports, while Greece, Canada and Spain provide the bulk of bitumen and asphalt imported to the U.S. 

Which Country Imports the Most Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in the World?
Jul 26, 2018
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In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt imports stood at $X in 2016. In general, natural bitumen and asphalt imports continue to indicate a deep shrinkage. In that year, global natural bitumen ...

Which Country Imports the Most Bituminous Mixtures Based on Natural Asphalt in the World?
Jul 26, 2018
Eye 967

In value terms, bituminous mixtures based on natural asphalt imports stood at $X in 2016. Overall, bituminous mixtures based on natural asphalt imports continue to indicate a prominent expansion. I...

Which Country Exports the Most Natural Bitumen and Asphalt in the World?
Jul 26, 2018
Eye 7512

In value terms, natural bitumen and asphalt exports amounted to $X in 2016. Overall, natural bitumen and asphalt exports continue to indicate a significant shrinkage. Over the period under review, ...

Which Country Exports the Most Bituminous Mixtures Based on Natural Asphalt in the World?
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In value terms, bituminous mixtures based on natural asphalt exports stood at $X in 2016. Overall, it indicated a tangible increase from 2007 to 2016: the total exports value increased at an averag...

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