Flexible metal tubing imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of flexible metal tubing by the United Arab Emirates reached $3.2 million in 2024 (284 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 37% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $7.9 million.
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 | $3.2M | 284 t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 361 t |
| 2022 | $7.9M | 526 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 366 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 244 t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 348 t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 417 t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 314 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports flexible metal tubing from
Most of the value came from China (30%), United States (28%), Turkey (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $959K | 30% |
| United States | $912K | 28% |
| Turkey | $428K | 13% |
| Germany | $280K | 8.7% |
| France | $147K | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $121K | 3.8% |
| India | $103K | 3.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $39K | 1.2% |
| Singapore | $39K | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $38K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.37 per kg, close to the world average of $9.78.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Flexible metal tubing exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of flexible metal tubing by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.5 million in 2024 (553 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Morocco (34%), France (25%), Poland (15%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+702% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates flexible metal tubing imports (HS 8307.90): 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 8307.90: Tubing: flexible, with or without fittings of base metal, other than those of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of flexible metal tubing imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported flexible metal tubing worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 284 tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 206 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply flexible metal tubing to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($959 thousand), followed by the United States (28%) and Turkey (13%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 129% on the year.
What is the average import price of flexible metal tubing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.37 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $9.78 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of flexible metal tubing to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, a fall of 5%. The peak was 2022 at $7.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export flexible metal tubing?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, France and Poland. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $713 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for flexible metal tubing?
The HS code for flexible metal tubing is subheading 8307.90. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8307 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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