Aluminium collapsible tubes imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aluminium collapsible tubes by the United Arab Emirates reached $4.0 million in 2024 (456 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $4.0M | 456 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 480 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 542 t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 665 t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 518 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 361 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 527 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 311 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports aluminium collapsible tubes from
Most of the value came from India (49%), Egypt (28%), China (20%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.0M | 49% |
| Egypt | $1.1M | 28% |
| China | $803K | 20% |
| United States | $84K | 2.1% |
| Taiwan | $19K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $11K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $9K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0.1% |
| Senegal | $1K | 0% |
| Kuwait | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.84 per kg, 32% below the world average of $13.06, 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.
Aluminium collapsible tubes exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported aluminium collapsible tubes worth $1.6 million (157 tonnes). South Africa alone took 54% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $842K | 54% |
| Egypt | $710K | 45% |
| Sri Lanka | $10K | 0.7% |
| Malawi | $5K | 0.3% |
| Senegal | $3K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates aluminium collapsible tubes imports (HS 7612.10): 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 7612.10: Aluminium: collapsible tubular containers, for any material, (not compressed or liquefied gas), 300l capacity or less, whether or not lined, not fitted with mechanical/thermal equipment.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium collapsible tubes imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported aluminium collapsible tubes worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 456 tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 160 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium collapsible tubes to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Egypt (28%) and China (20%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 214% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium collapsible tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.84 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $13.06 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium collapsible tubes to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. The peak was 2021 at $4.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export aluminium collapsible tubes?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Egypt and Sri Lanka. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium collapsible tubes?
The HS code for aluminium collapsible tubes is subheading 7612.10. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7612 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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