Drill bits exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported drill bits worth $55.1 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 52% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $55.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $53.5M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $36.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $29.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $7.6M | 999 t |
| 2019 | $8.3M | 738 t |
| 2018 | $9.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 516 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports drill bits to
Saudi Arabia alone took 92% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest (+247% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $50.7M | 92% |
| Nigeria | $3.5M | 6.4% |
| Malaysia | $111K | 0.2% |
| France | $96K | 0.2% |
| Indonesia | $74K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $46K | 0.1% |
| Qatar | $39K | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | $37K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $30K | 0.1% |
| India | $26K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.74 per kg, 42% above the world average of $22.32. 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.
Drill bits imports to the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates imported $42.9 million of drill bits in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were China (42%), Saudi Arabia (19%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $18.0M | 42% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.2M | 19% |
| Germany | $4.9M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $2.3M | 5.5% |
| United States | $2.0M | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 4.3% |
| India | $863K | 2% |
| South Korea | $686K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $571K | 1.3% |
| Switzerland | $486K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates drill bits exports (HS 8207.50): 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 8207.50: Tools, interchangeable: (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), tools for drilling (other than rock).
Common questions
What is the value of drill bits exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported drill bits worth $55.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 178 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy drill bits from the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 92% of the value ($50.7 million), followed by Nigeria (6%) and Malaysia (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 54 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 362% on the year.
What is the average export price of drill bits per kg?
The average declared export value was about $31.74 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $22.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of drill bits from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $55.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $25.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import drill bits?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $42.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Saudi Arabia and Germany. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for drill bits?
The HS code for drill bits is subheading 8207.50. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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