Cast iron scrap imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $5.0 million of cast iron scrap in 2024 (10.6 thousand tonnes). That is 22% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $5.0M | 10.6K t |
| 2023 | $4.1M | 12.8K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 35.2K t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 11.5K t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 9.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 10.6K t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 11.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 9.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports cast iron scrap from
Most of the value came from Mozambique (46%), United States (32%), Australia (5%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $2.3M | 46% |
| United States | $1.6M | 32% |
| Australia | $251K | 5% |
| Canada | $200K | 4% |
| Senegal | $164K | 3.3% |
| Namibia | $164K | 3.3% |
| Norway | $109K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $66K | 1.3% |
| New Zealand | $47K | 0.9% |
| India | $26K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.47 per kg, 24% above the world average of $0.38. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cast iron scrap exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of cast iron scrap by the United Arab Emirates reached $665 thousand in 2024 (907 tonnes). Most of it went to Japan (42%), India (23%), Pakistan (18%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $281K | 42% |
| India | $151K | 23% |
| Pakistan | $118K | 18% |
| Turkey | $115K | 17% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates cast iron scrap imports (HS 7204.10): 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 7204.10: Ferrous waste and scrap: of cast iron.
Common questions
What is the value of cast iron scrap imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported cast iron scrap worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 114 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply cast iron scrap to the United Arab Emirates?
Mozambique was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by the United States (32%) and Australia (5%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 509% on the year.
What is the average import price of cast iron scrap per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.47 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $0.38 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cast iron scrap to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. The peak was 2022 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export cast iron scrap?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $665 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Japan, India and Pakistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for cast iron scrap?
The HS code for cast iron scrap is subheading 7204.10. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7204 page.
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