Drawing dies imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $7.9 million of drawing dies in 2024 (271 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 15% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $7.9M | 271 t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 226 t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 252 t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 239 t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 245 t |
| 2019 | $7.6M | 312 t |
| 2018 | $7.6M | 335 t |
| 2017 | $6.9M | 288 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports drawing dies from
Most of the value came from Italy (22%), China (19%), Switzerland (15%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.8M | 22% |
| China | $1.5M | 19% |
| Switzerland | $1.2M | 15% |
| India | $751K | 9.5% |
| Germany | $639K | 8% |
| Norway | $558K | 7% |
| United Kingdom | $396K | 5% |
| United States | $359K | 4.5% |
| South Korea | $261K | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $138K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.34 per kg, 27% above the world average of $23.10. 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.
Drawing dies exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $5.4 million of drawing dies in 2024 (247 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 70% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.8M | 71% |
| India | $1.4M | 26% |
| Germany | $127K | 2.4% |
| Norway | $42K | 0.8% |
| Pakistan | $13K | 0.2% |
| Zambia | $13K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $6K | 0.1% |
| Egypt | $3K | 0.1% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0% |
| Uganda | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates drawing dies imports (HS 8207.20): 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 8207.20: Tools, interchangeable: (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), dies for drawing or extruding metal.
Common questions
What is the value of drawing dies imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported drawing dies worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 271 tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 175 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply drawing dies to the United Arab Emirates?
Italy was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by China (19%) and Switzerland (15%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 176% on the year.
What is the average import price of drawing dies per kg?
The average declared import value was about $29.34 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $23.10 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of drawing dies to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.9 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export drawing dies?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $5.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, India and Germany. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for drawing dies?
The HS code for drawing dies is subheading 8207.20. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8207 page.
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