Gold semi-manufactured forms imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of gold semi-manufactured forms by the United Arab Emirates reached $11.67 billion in 2024 (168 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 158 countries. Value rose 53% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% 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 | $11.67B | 168 t |
| 2023 | $7.65B | 128 t |
| 2022 | $6.80B | 105 t |
| 2021 | $5.03B | 89 t |
| 2020 | $3.75B | 61 t |
| 2019 | $5.12B | 85 t |
| 2018 | $4.50B | 186 t |
| 2017 | $1.21B | 38 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports gold semi-manufactured forms from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (25%), Uganda (22%), Zimbabwe (21%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+370% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $2.92B | 25% |
| Uganda | $2.53B | 22% |
| Zimbabwe | $2.46B | 21% |
| Burkina Faso | $1.44B | 12% |
| Switzerland | $1.42B | 12% |
| Australia | $180.4M | 1.6% |
| Mauritania | $146.1M | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $113.9M | 1% |
| Tanzania | $96.4M | 0.8% |
| United States | $87.3M | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $69,492.00 per kg, 39% above the world average of $50,161.27. 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.
Gold semi-manufactured forms exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported gold semi-manufactured forms worth $1.43 billion (20 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Singapore (43%), Malaysia (33%), India (5%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $615.7M | 43% |
| Malaysia | $474.5M | 33% |
| India | $75.7M | 5.3% |
| Slovakia | $65.9M | 4.6% |
| Malta | $58.4M | 4.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $28.4M | 2% |
| Australia | $20.1M | 1.4% |
| Spain | $14.2M | 1% |
| Netherlands | $11.7M | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $10.3M | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates gold semi-manufactured forms imports (HS 7108.13): 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 7108.13: Metals: gold, semi-manufactured.
Common questions
What is the value of gold semi-manufactured forms imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported gold semi-manufactured forms worth $11.67 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 168 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 158 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was up 53% on 2023.
Which countries supply gold semi-manufactured forms to the United Arab Emirates?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($2.92 billion), followed by Uganda (22%) and Zimbabwe (21%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 370% on the year.
What is the average import price of gold semi-manufactured forms per kg?
The average declared import value was about $69,492.00 per kg in 2024, 39% above the world average of $50,161.27 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of gold semi-manufactured forms to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.21 billion in 2017 to $11.67 billion in 2024, an increase of 868%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.72 billion a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export gold semi-manufactured forms?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.43 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, Malaysia and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $10.24 billion a year.
What is the HS code for gold semi-manufactured forms?
The HS code for gold semi-manufactured forms is subheading 7108.13. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7108 page.
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