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Chemical Industries: Egypt's Leading Export Sector


Sun 26 Jan 2025 | 11:46 AM
This 2010 photo made available Saturday, Jan. 18, 2014, shows an aereal view of the Gioia Tauro port, Italy. Italian officials say the southern Italian port will be the site for the transfer of a shipment of chemical weapons materials from Syria to a U.S. ship. Transport Minister Maurizio Lupi identified the port in a joint meeting of the parliamentary foreign affairs commissions. The raw materials for poison gas and nerve agents currently are on board a Danish ship, and Italy has agreed to serve as the transfer port to a U.S. ship. Lupi said a total of 60 containers of the material would be transferred ship-to-ship at the port in Calabria, near the toe of the Italian boot, and none would be brought to shore. (AP Photo/Adriana Sapone)
This 2010 photo made available Saturday, Jan. 18, 2014, shows an aereal view of the Gioia Tauro port, Italy. Italian officials say the southern Italian port will be the site for the transfer of a shipment of chemical weapons materials from Syria to a U.S. ship. Transport Minister Maurizio Lupi identified the port in a joint meeting of the parliamentary foreign affairs commissions. The raw materials for poison gas and nerve agents currently are on board a Danish ship, and Italy has agreed to serve as the transfer port to a U.S. ship. Lupi said a total of 60 containers of the material would be transferred ship-to-ship at the port in Calabria, near the toe of the Italian boot, and none would be brought to shore. (AP Photo/Adriana Sapone)
Ahmed Emam

The chemical industries sector has emerged as Egypt's largest export sector, playing a pivotal role in boosting the country’s economic growth and foreign trade. 

According to recent reports, the sector has witnessed significant growth in production and exports, contributing substantially to Egypt’s overall export revenues.

The Chemical and Fertilizers Export Council of Egypt revealed that the sector accounted for a significant share of total exports in 2024, driven by strong demand for fertilizers, petrochemicals, and other chemical products in international markets. 

Key export destinations include Europe, Africa, and Asia, with the sector benefitting from trade agreements and competitive pricing.

Industry experts attribute the sector's growth to government support, investment incentives, and the expansion of production capacities in recent years. 

Major players in the industry have also adopted advanced technologies to enhance product quality and meet global standards, further boosting the sector’s competitiveness.

"The chemical industries sector is a cornerstone of Egypt’s export strategy," said a spokesperson from the Ministry of Trade and Industry. "It not only supports the national economy but also provides thousands of jobs and attracts foreign investments."

In addition to fertilizers and petrochemicals, Egypt’s exports include plastics, detergents, and paints, with efforts underway to diversify the product portfolio and explore new markets.

The government has also announced plans to increase the sector's share in total exports by investing in infrastructure, facilitating access to raw materials, and fostering innovation.

As global demand for chemical products continues to rise, Egypt’s chemical industries sector is poised for further growth, solidifying its position as a leading player in the international market and a key driver of the national economy.