Egyptian chemical exports to France climb 10.1%
Shipments reached $333m in nine months, with fertilisers forming nearly half of the total.
Egyptian exports of chemicals and fertilisers to France reached $333m in the first nine months of 2026, a 10.1% increase from the same period in 2025. This growth places France seventh among destinations for Egyptian chemical exports.
The Chemical and Fertilisers Export Council reported that fertilisers accounted for $153m of the total exports to France, with organic chemicals following at $85.4m. Council Chairperson Khaled Abou El Makarem stated that Egyptian producers are competitive and meet European market requirements.
The council will organise a trade mission to France from February 1 to 6, 2027, to foster business-to-business meetings and market studies. This initiative aims to help Egyptian manufacturers build partnerships and increase their European market share.
Why it mattersEgyptian businesses exporting chemicals and fertilisers to France are seeing increased sales and are being supported by their export council to expand further.