Foundry binders imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported foundry binders worth $7.8 million (8.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 42% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $7.8M | 8.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 7.0K t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 6.1K t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 3.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports foundry binders from
The largest suppliers were China (44%), India (42%), United States (8%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+863% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 44% |
| India | $3.3M | 42% |
| United States | $649K | 8.3% |
| Italy | $163K | 2.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $112K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $50K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $46K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $27K | 0.4% |
| France | $15K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $14K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.98 per kg, 29% below the world average of $1.39, 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.
Foundry binders exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of foundry binders by the United Arab Emirates reached $5.5 million in 2024 (16.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Saudi Arabia alone took 93% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $5.1M | 93% |
| Egypt | $361K | 6.5% |
| Bahrain | $24K | 0.4% |
| India | $7K | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $1K | 0% |
| Nigeria | $1K | 0% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| Zimbabwe | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates foundry binders imports (HS 3824.10): 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 3824.10: Binders, prepared: for foundry moulds or cores.
Common questions
What is the value of foundry binders imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported foundry binders worth $7.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 179 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply foundry binders to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by India (42%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 863% on the year.
What is the average import price of foundry binders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.98 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $1.39 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of foundry binders to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $7.8 million in 2024, an increase of 120%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export foundry binders?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Bahrain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for foundry binders?
The HS code for foundry binders is subheading 3824.10. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3824 page.
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