Brass rods imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of brass rods by the United Arab Emirates reached $13.5 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 161% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $13.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 919 t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 718 t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 787 t |
| 2019 | $8.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $10.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 367 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports brass rods from
Ukraine alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+115% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | $7.5M | 56% |
| India | $3.0M | 23% |
| China | $824K | 6.1% |
| Italy | $660K | 4.9% |
| Azerbaijan | $387K | 2.9% |
| Mozambique | $222K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $220K | 1.6% |
| Angola | $219K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $149K | 1.1% |
| Malaysia | $70K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.22 per kg, close to the world average of $6.93.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Brass rods exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported brass rods worth $466 thousand (82 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $395K | 85% |
| United States | $33K | 7% |
| India | $28K | 6.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7K | 1.4% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 0.4% |
| Seychelles | $1K | 0.3% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0.1% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Greece | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates brass rods imports (HS 7407.21): 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 7407.21: Copper: bars, rods and profiles, of copper-zinc base alloys (brass).
Common questions
What is the value of brass rods imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported brass rods worth $13.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 183 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 161% on 2023.
Which countries supply brass rods to the United Arab Emirates?
Ukraine was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($7.5 million), followed by India (22%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 115% on the year.
What is the average import price of brass rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.22 per kg in 2024, 10% below the world average of $6.93 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of brass rods to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $13.5 million in 2024, an increase of 499%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export brass rods?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $466 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, the United States and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $13.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for brass rods?
The HS code for brass rods is subheading 7407.21. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7407 page.
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