Aluminium alloy rods imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aluminium alloy rods by the United Arab Emirates reached $90.8 million in 2024 (21.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 130% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $90.8M | 21.8K t |
| 2023 | $39.5M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $35.8M | 6.5K t |
| 2021 | $27.2M | 9.3K t |
| 2020 | $26.6M | 6.8K t |
| 2019 | $28.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $30.7M | 6.3K t |
| 2017 | $26.0M | 7.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports aluminium alloy rods from
Most of the value came from China (33%), Saudi Arabia (26%), India (10%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $29.8M | 33% |
| Saudi Arabia | $23.7M | 26% |
| India | $9.4M | 10% |
| Turkey | $5.9M | 6.5% |
| Bahrain | $5.4M | 5.9% |
| Germany | $3.5M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $2.8M | 3.1% |
| South Africa | $2.8M | 3% |
| Spain | $1.7M | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $866K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.17 per kg, close to the world average of $4.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aluminium alloy rods exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported aluminium alloy rods worth $65.9 million (13.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (18%), Kuwait (15%), Canada (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Portugal grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $12.0M | 18% |
| Kuwait | $10.1M | 15% |
| Canada | $9.7M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $7.8M | 12% |
| Israel | $5.1M | 7.8% |
| Portugal | $2.4M | 3.7% |
| Pakistan | $2.3M | 3.4% |
| Bahrain | $2.2M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $1.7M | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates aluminium alloy rods imports (HS 7604.29): 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 7604.29: Aluminium: alloys, bars, rods and profiles, other than hollow.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium alloy rods imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported aluminium alloy rods worth $90.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 214 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 130% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium alloy rods to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($29.8 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (26%) and India (10%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 529% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium alloy rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.17 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $4.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium alloy rods to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.0 million in 2017 to $90.8 million in 2024, an increase of 249%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $38.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export aluminium alloy rods?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $65.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Canada. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $24.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium alloy rods?
The HS code for aluminium alloy rods is subheading 7604.29. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7604 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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