Aluminium steel-cored cables imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aluminium steel-cored cables by the United Arab Emirates reached $15.0 million in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $18.9 million.
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 | $15.0M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $16.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $12.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 772 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $18.9M | 8.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 1.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports aluminium steel-cored cables from
The largest suppliers were Bahrain (46%), India (43%), Saudi Arabia (10%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | $6.8M | 46% |
| India | $6.5M | 43% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.4M | 9.6% |
| China | $136K | 0.9% |
| France | $95K | 0.6% |
| Egypt | $26K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $9K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.52 per kg, close to the world average of $3.51.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aluminium steel-cored cables exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $273 thousand of aluminium steel-cored cables in 2024 (127 tonnes). Namibia alone took 58% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest (+660% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $157K | 58% |
| Malawi | $40K | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $29K | 11% |
| Zambia | $16K | 5.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7K | 2.4% |
| Nigeria | $6K | 2.3% |
| Tanzania | $5K | 1.9% |
| Seychelles | $4K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0.9% |
| Kenya | $3K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates aluminium steel-cored cables imports (HS 7614.10): 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 7614.10: Aluminium: stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, (not electrically insulated), with steel core.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium steel-cored cables imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported aluminium steel-cored cables worth $15.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 175 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium steel-cored cables to the United Arab Emirates?
Bahrain was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($6.8 million), followed by India (43%) and Saudi Arabia (10%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 124% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium steel-cored cables per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.52 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium steel-cored cables to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $15.0 million in 2024, an increase of 367%. The peak was 2018 at $18.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export aluminium steel-cored cables?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $273 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Namibia, Malawi and the United Kingdom. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $14.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium steel-cored cables?
The HS code for aluminium steel-cored cables is subheading 7614.10. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7614 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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