High silicon ferro-silicon imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported high silicon ferro-silicon worth $14.6 million (10.1 thousand tonnes). That is 37% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $23.1 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 | $14.6M | 10.1K t |
| 2023 | $23.1M | 14.5K t |
| 2022 | $22.2M | 10.1K t |
| 2021 | $14.6M | 9.8K t |
| 2020 | $13.2M | 11.8K t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 9.6K t |
| 2018 | $23.0M | 15.1K t |
| 2017 | $18.5M | 15.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports high silicon ferro-silicon from
The largest suppliers were China (43%), India (30%), Kuwait (14%). Among the main suppliers, Kuwait grew fastest (+413% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.3M | 43% |
| India | $4.4M | 30% |
| Kuwait | $2.0M | 14% |
| Germany | $968K | 6.6% |
| Canada | $294K | 2% |
| South Africa | $265K | 1.8% |
| Zambia | $172K | 1.2% |
| Malaysia | $164K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $53K | 0.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.44 per kg, close to the world average of $1.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
High silicon ferro-silicon exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $2.0 million of high silicon ferro-silicon in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to France (47%), India (19%), Czech Republic (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $922K | 47% |
| India | $365K | 19% |
| Czech Republic | $263K | 14% |
| Bahrain | $126K | 6.5% |
| Germany | $116K | 5.9% |
| Netherlands | $99K | 5.1% |
| South Africa | $66K | 3.4% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates high silicon ferro-silicon imports (HS 7202.21): 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 7202.21: Ferro-alloys: ferro-silicon, containing by weight more than 55% of silicon.
Common questions
What is the value of high silicon ferro-silicon imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported high silicon ferro-silicon worth $14.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 135 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply high silicon ferro-silicon to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by India (30%) and Kuwait (14%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 413% on the year.
What is the average import price of high silicon ferro-silicon per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.44 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of high silicon ferro-silicon to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.5 million in 2017 to $14.6 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2023 at $23.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export high silicon ferro-silicon?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, India and the Czech Republic. 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 high silicon ferro-silicon?
The HS code for high silicon ferro-silicon is subheading 7202.21. 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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