Steel structure (other) imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported steel structure (other) worth $303.0 million (154.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 28% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $303.0M | 154.6K t |
| 2023 | $235.9M | 70.9K t |
| 2022 | $136.1M | 56.0K t |
| 2021 | $156.3M | 76.7K t |
| 2020 | $163.4M | 80.0K t |
| 2019 | $219.8M | 109.2K t |
| 2018 | $236.5M | 119.8K t |
| 2017 | $174.3M | 100.9K t |
Where Qatar imports steel structure (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $191.4M | 63% |
| Vietnam | $24.9M | 8.2% |
| India | $21.0M | 7% |
| Turkey | $20.9M | 6.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7.4M | 2.4% |
| Bahrain | $6.2M | 2% |
| Italy | $3.9M | 1.3% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 1.2% |
| Spain | $3.3M | 1.1% |
| Taiwan | $3.2M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.96 per kg, 21% below the world average of $2.48, 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.
Steel structure (other) exports from Qatar
In 2024, Qatar exported steel structure (other) worth $7.8 million (5.8 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 97% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $7.6M | 97% |
| Kuwait | $117K | 1.5% |
| Maldives | $26K | 0.3% |
| Bahrain | $22K | 0.3% |
| Nigeria | $19K | 0.2% |
| Indonesia | $15K | 0.2% |
| Kenya | $9K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $6K | 0.1% |
| Greece | $3K | 0% |
| Morocco | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar steel structure (other) imports (HS 7308.90): 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 7308.90: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308.
Common questions
What is the value of steel structure (other) imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported steel structure (other) worth $303.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 154.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel structure (other) to Qatar?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($191.4 million), followed by Vietnam (8%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Bahrain grew fastest among the top ten, up 572% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel structure (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.96 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $2.48 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel structure (other) to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $174.3 million in 2017 to $303.0 million in 2024, an increase of 74%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $203.2 million a year.
Does Qatar also export steel structure (other)?
Yes. Qatar exported $7.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the Maldives. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $295.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel structure (other)?
The HS code for steel structure (other) is subheading 7308.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
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