Large diameter tube (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $3.8 million of large diameter tube (other) in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 62% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $10.2 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 | $3.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $10.2M | 6.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 5.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 585 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports large diameter tube (other) from
Most of the value came from India (29%), Belgium (26%), Singapore (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.1M | 29% |
| Belgium | $997K | 26% |
| Singapore | $462K | 12% |
| Indonesia | $353K | 9.2% |
| South Korea | $310K | 8.1% |
| Italy | $134K | 3.5% |
| China | $124K | 3.3% |
| United States | $118K | 3.1% |
| Norway | $86K | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $80K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.62 per kg, close to the world average of $1.51.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Large diameter tube (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of large diameter tube (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $828 thousand in 2024 (477 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 88% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $729K | 88% |
| Kuwait | $44K | 5.3% |
| Qatar | $23K | 2.7% |
| Maldives | $17K | 2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $8K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $7K | 0.9% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Azerbaijan | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates large diameter tube (other) imports (HS 7305.90): 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 7305.90: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes n.e.c. in heading no. 7305, having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, (not seamless).
Common questions
What is the value of large diameter tube (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported large diameter tube (other) worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 179 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 62% on 2023.
Which countries supply large diameter tube (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Belgium (26%) and Singapore (12%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 353% on the year.
What is the average import price of large diameter tube (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.62 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $1.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of large diameter tube (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 228%. The peak was 2023 at $10.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export large diameter tube (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $828 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for large diameter tube (other)?
The HS code for large diameter tube (other) is subheading 7305.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7305 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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