Steel butt welding fitting imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
Qatar imported $70.3 million of steel butt welding fitting in 2024 (7.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 201 countries for imports of this product. That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 51% 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 | $70.3M | 7.2K t |
| 2023 | $78.3M | 18.3K t |
| 2022 | $31.9M | 6.5K t |
| 2021 | $19.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $6.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 1.4K t |
Where Qatar imports steel butt welding fitting from
The largest suppliers were Germany (30%), United States (27%), South Korea (20%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+560% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $21.1M | 30% |
| United States | $19.3M | 28% |
| South Korea | $14.2M | 20% |
| China | $6.6M | 9.4% |
| Italy | $4.0M | 5.8% |
| Indonesia | $1.5M | 2.1% |
| India | $798K | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $782K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $562K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $386K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.81 per kg, 184% above the world average of $3.45. 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.
Steel butt welding fitting exports from Qatar
Qatar exported $248 thousand of steel butt welding fitting in 2024 (31 tonnes). Indonesia alone took 94% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Indonesia grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $232K | 94% |
| Italy | $8K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $8K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar steel butt welding fitting imports (HS 7307.93): 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 7307.93: Iron or steel: tube or pipe fittings, butt welding fittings, other than stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel butt welding fitting imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported steel butt welding fitting worth $70.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 201 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel butt welding fitting to Qatar?
Germany was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($21.1 million), followed by the United States (27%) and South Korea (20%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 706% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel butt welding fitting per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.81 per kg in 2024, 184% above the world average of $3.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel butt welding fitting to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $70.3 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $78.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $28.0 million a year.
Does Qatar also export steel butt welding fitting?
Yes. Qatar exported $248 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Indonesia, Italy and Germany. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $70.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel butt welding fitting?
The HS code for steel butt welding fitting is subheading 7307.93. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7307 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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