Metal gasket joints imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported metal gasket joints worth $10.6 million (636 tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.6M | 636 t |
| 2023 | $10.8M | 212 t |
| 2022 | $10.0M | 649 t |
| 2021 | $9.1M | 495 t |
| 2020 | $7.5M | 431 t |
| 2019 | $8.6M | 139 t |
| 2018 | $6.3M | 119 t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 91 t |
Where Qatar imports metal gasket joints from
Most of the value came from India (18%), Japan (16%), United States (16%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 50%. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+289% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.9M | 18% |
| Japan | $1.7M | 16% |
| United States | $1.7M | 16% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 9.6% |
| China | $1.0M | 9.6% |
| United Kingdom | $953K | 9% |
| Germany | $726K | 6.8% |
| South Korea | $457K | 4.3% |
| Oman | $260K | 2.5% |
| France | $192K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.71 per kg, 49% below the world average of $32.79, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal gasket joints exports from Qatar
Qatar exported $480 thousand of metal gasket joints in 2024 (20 tonnes). Most of it went to Singapore (44%), Malaysia (25%), Saudi Arabia (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $209K | 44% |
| Malaysia | $118K | 25% |
| Saudi Arabia | $54K | 11% |
| Indonesia | $53K | 11% |
| Switzerland | $29K | 6% |
| United States | $8K | 1.6% |
| India | $5K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.5% |
| Egypt | $2K | 0.3% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar metal gasket joints imports (HS 8484.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8484.10: Gaskets and similar joints: of metal sheeting combined with other material or two or more layers of metal.
Common questions
What is the value of metal gasket joints imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported metal gasket joints worth $10.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 636 tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal gasket joints to Qatar?
India was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Japan (16%) and the United States (16%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 289% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal gasket joints per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.71 per kg in 2024, 49% below the world average of $32.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of metal gasket joints to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $10.6 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. The peak was 2023 at $10.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does Qatar also export metal gasket joints?
Yes. Qatar exported $480 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $10.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal gasket joints?
The HS code for metal gasket joints is subheading 8484.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8484 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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