Graphite and carbon articles imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of graphite and carbon articles by the United Arab Emirates reached $13.3 million in 2024 (225 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $102.6 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 | $13.3M | 225 t |
| 2023 | $13.1M | 308 t |
| 2022 | $8.2M | 306 t |
| 2021 | $14.3M | 574 t |
| 2020 | $41.3M | 780 t |
| 2019 | $83.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $50.8M | 6.2K t |
| 2017 | $102.6M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports graphite and carbon articles from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $7.3M | 55% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 21% |
| United Kingdom | $834K | 6.3% |
| Italy | $360K | 2.7% |
| China | $353K | 2.7% |
| India | $243K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $219K | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $166K | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $138K | 1% |
| Czech Republic | $130K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $58.95 per kg, 120% above the world average of $26.75. 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.
Graphite and carbon articles exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $579 thousand of graphite and carbon articles in 2024 (379 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Slovenia grew fastest (+590% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $317K | 55% |
| Switzerland | $65K | 11% |
| Germany | $47K | 8.1% |
| Egypt | $45K | 7.7% |
| Netherlands | $30K | 5.2% |
| Slovenia | $23K | 4% |
| Pakistan | $17K | 2.9% |
| Kuwait | $9K | 1.5% |
| India | $5K | 0.9% |
| Nigeria | $5K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates graphite and carbon articles imports (HS 6815.10): 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 6815.10: Stone articles and articles of other mineral substances: non-electrical articles of graphite or other carbon.
Common questions
What is the value of graphite and carbon articles imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported graphite and carbon articles worth $13.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 225 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 195 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply graphite and carbon articles to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Germany (20%) and the United Kingdom (6%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 300% on the year.
What is the average import price of graphite and carbon articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $58.95 per kg in 2024, 120% above the world average of $26.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of graphite and carbon articles to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $102.6 million in 2017 to $13.3 million in 2024, a fall of 87%. The peak was 2017 at $102.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $40.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export graphite and carbon articles?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $579 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Switzerland and Germany. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $12.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for graphite and carbon articles?
The HS code for graphite and carbon articles is subheading 6815.10. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6815 page.
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