Refractory bricks (other compositions) imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported refractory bricks (other compositions) worth $3.6 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). Value rose 16% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $3.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 963 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 808 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 550 t |
| 2018 | $899K | 9.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 8.4K t |
Where Qatar imports refractory bricks (other compositions) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (31%), Netherlands (24%), India (18%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+352% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.1M | 31% |
| Netherlands | $864K | 24% |
| India | $666K | 19% |
| France | $299K | 8.3% |
| China | $174K | 4.8% |
| Norway | $156K | 4.3% |
| Italy | $140K | 3.9% |
| Denmark | $103K | 2.9% |
| Austria | $35K | 1% |
| United States | $27K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.05 per kg, 86% above the world average of $1.10. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Qatar refractory bricks (other compositions) imports (HS 6902.90): 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 6902.90: Refractory bricks, blocks, tiles and similar refractory ceramic constructional goods: n.e.c. in item no. 6902.1 or 6902.2.
Common questions
What is the value of refractory bricks (other compositions) imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported refractory bricks (other compositions) worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply refractory bricks (other compositions) to Qatar?
Germany was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (24%) and India (18%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 352% on the year.
What is the average import price of refractory bricks (other compositions) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.05 per kg in 2024, 86% above the world average of $1.10 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of refractory bricks (other compositions) to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for refractory bricks (other compositions)?
The HS code for refractory bricks (other compositions) is subheading 6902.90. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6902 page.
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