Grain-oriented electrical sheet imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $108.6 million of grain-oriented electrical sheet in 2024 (60.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 81 countries. Value fell 30% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $163.4 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 | $108.6M | 60.1K t |
| 2023 | $156.0M | 72.2K t |
| 2022 | $163.4M | 52.9K t |
| 2021 | $97.0M | 53.1K t |
| 2020 | $79.6M | 48.6K t |
| 2019 | $89.2M | 43.5K t |
| 2018 | $95.3M | 49.7K t |
| 2017 | $55.3M | 38.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports grain-oriented electrical sheet from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $86.0M | 79% |
| Japan | $12.5M | 12% |
| South Korea | $5.0M | 4.6% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 2.4% |
| France | $634K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $595K | 0.6% |
| Brazil | $511K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $413K | 0.4% |
| United States | $260K | 0.2% |
| Czech Republic | $41K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.81 per kg, close to the world average of $2.22.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Grain-oriented electrical sheet exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of grain-oriented electrical sheet by the United Arab Emirates reached $12.5 million in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (26%), Egypt (22%), Argentina (18%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+253% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.2M | 26% |
| Egypt | $2.7M | 22% |
| Argentina | $2.2M | 18% |
| South Korea | $1.6M | 12% |
| Brazil | $1.5M | 12% |
| Paraguay | $581K | 4.7% |
| South Africa | $327K | 2.6% |
| Peru | $321K | 2.6% |
| North Macedonia | $114K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates grain-oriented electrical sheet imports (HS 7225.11): 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 7225.11: Steel, alloy: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, of silicon-electrical steel, grain-oriented.
Common questions
What is the value of grain-oriented electrical sheet imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported grain-oriented electrical sheet worth $108.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 60.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 81 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply grain-oriented electrical sheet to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($86.0 million), followed by Japan (12%) and South Korea (5%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average import price of grain-oriented electrical sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.81 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $2.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of grain-oriented electrical sheet to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $55.3 million in 2017 to $108.6 million in 2024, an increase of 97%. The peak was 2022 at $163.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $105.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export grain-oriented electrical sheet?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $12.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Egypt and Argentina. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $96.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for grain-oriented electrical sheet?
The HS code for grain-oriented electrical sheet is subheading 7225.11. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7225 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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