Calcium metal imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $3.6 million of calcium metal in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 118% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 66% 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 | $3.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 544 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 368 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 195 t |
| 2020 | $228K | 72 t |
| 2019 | $265K | 114 t |
| 2018 | $287K | 222 t |
| 2017 | $105K | 41 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports calcium metal from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+118% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 100% |
| India | $17K | 0.5% |
| Canada | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.05 per kg, close to the world average of $3.50.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Calcium metal exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported calcium metal worth $590 thousand (156 tonnes). Egypt alone took 66% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+531% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates calcium metal imports (HS 2805.12): 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 2805.12: Alkali or alkali-earth metals: calcium.
Common questions
What is the value of calcium metal imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported calcium metal worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 137 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 118% on 2023.
Which countries supply calcium metal to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by India (0%) and Canada (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 164% on the year.
What is the average import price of calcium metal per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.05 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $3.50 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of calcium metal to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $105 thousand in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export calcium metal?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $590 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Turkey and the Netherlands. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for calcium metal?
The HS code for calcium metal is subheading 2805.12. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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