High carbon ferro-chromium imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported high carbon ferro-chromium worth $8.6 million (7.2 thousand tonnes). That is 94% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 42% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $611.2 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 | $8.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2023 | $153.0M | 156.6K t |
| 2022 | $175.5M | 155.8K t |
| 2021 | $611.2M | 501.0K t |
| 2020 | $365.1M | 514.7K t |
| 2019 | $375.0M | 469.4K t |
| 2018 | $428.9M | 434.5K t |
| 2017 | $413.7M | 369.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports high carbon ferro-chromium from
India alone supplied 63% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.4M | 63% |
| South Africa | $3.1M | 35% |
| Turkey | $140K | 1.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $10K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.20 per kg, close to the world average of $1.16.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
High carbon ferro-chromium exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $1.4 million of high carbon ferro-chromium in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). China alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates high carbon ferro-chromium imports (HS 7202.41): 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 7202.41: Ferro-alloys: ferro-chromium, containing by weight more than 4% of carbon.
Common questions
What is the value of high carbon ferro-chromium imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported high carbon ferro-chromium worth $8.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 107 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 94% on 2023.
Which countries supply high carbon ferro-chromium to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by South Africa (35%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of high carbon ferro-chromium per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.20 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.16 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of high carbon ferro-chromium to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $413.7 million in 2017 to $8.6 million in 2024, a fall of 98%. The peak was 2021 at $611.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $316.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export high carbon ferro-chromium?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $7.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for high carbon ferro-chromium?
The HS code for high carbon ferro-chromium is subheading 7202.41. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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