Graphite paste imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of graphite paste by the United Arab Emirates reached $10.3 million in 2024 (6.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 124 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 72% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% 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 | $10.3M | 6.9K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $7.5M | 6.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 959 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports graphite paste from
Most of the value came from Poland (49%), China (22%), France (15%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+731% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $5.1M | 49% |
| China | $2.2M | 22% |
| France | $1.6M | 15% |
| India | $606K | 5.9% |
| United Kingdom | $411K | 4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $218K | 2.1% |
| Norway | $92K | 0.9% |
| Bahrain | $82K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.49 per kg, 59% above the world average of $0.94. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates graphite paste imports (HS 3801.30): 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 3801.30: Carbonaceous pastes: for electrodes and similar pastes for furnace linings.
Common questions
What is the value of graphite paste imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported graphite paste worth $10.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 124 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 72% on 2023.
Which countries supply graphite paste to the United Arab Emirates?
Poland was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by China (22%) and France (15%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 731% on the year.
What is the average import price of graphite paste per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.49 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $0.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of graphite paste to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $10.3 million in 2024, an increase of 904%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for graphite paste?
The HS code for graphite paste is subheading 3801.30. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3801 page.
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