Cold-rolled stainless foil imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cold-rolled stainless foil by the United Arab Emirates reached $16.1 million in 2024 (13.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 95% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $16.1M | 13.3K t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $7.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $6.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $7.5M | 3.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports cold-rolled stainless foil from
China alone supplied 94% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.1M | 94% |
| Taiwan | $749K | 4.7% |
| India | $66K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $62K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $51K | 0.3% |
| Thailand | $43K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0% |
| United States | $3K | 0% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.21 per kg, 34% below the world average of $1.83, 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.
Cold-rolled stainless foil exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $352 thousand of cold-rolled stainless foil in 2024 (146 tonnes). Most of it went to Netherlands (48%), Saudi Arabia (16%), Poland (14%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $170K | 48% |
| Saudi Arabia | $55K | 16% |
| Poland | $49K | 14% |
| Pakistan | $41K | 12% |
| Namibia | $14K | 4% |
| Morocco | $14K | 3.9% |
| Seychelles | $10K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates cold-rolled stainless foil imports (HS 7219.35): 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 7219.35: Steel, stainless: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, of a thickness of less than 0.5mm.
Common questions
What is the value of cold-rolled stainless foil imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported cold-rolled stainless foil worth $16.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 152 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 95% on 2023.
Which countries supply cold-rolled stainless foil to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($15.1 million), followed by Taiwan (5%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 217% on the year.
What is the average import price of cold-rolled stainless foil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.21 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $1.83 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cold-rolled stainless foil to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.5 million in 2017 to $16.1 million in 2024, an increase of 114%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export cold-rolled stainless foil?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $352 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Saudi Arabia and Poland. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $15.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for cold-rolled stainless foil?
The HS code for cold-rolled stainless foil is subheading 7219.35. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7219 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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