Lock parts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported lock parts worth $36.4 million (4.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 38% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $36.4M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $26.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $25.0M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $23.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $24.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $29.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $25.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $27.7M | 4.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports lock parts from
China alone supplied 74% of it. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $26.8M | 74% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 5.8% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 4.3% |
| Bahrain | $1.2M | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $795K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $766K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $566K | 1.6% |
| United States | $440K | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $368K | 1% |
| India | $325K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.98 per kg, 38% below the world average of $12.78, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Lock parts exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of lock parts by the United Arab Emirates reached $400 thousand in 2024 (50 tonnes). Most of it went to Bahrain (19%), Saudi Arabia (18%), Seychelles (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | $76K | 19% |
| Saudi Arabia | $72K | 18% |
| Seychelles | $40K | 9.9% |
| Hong Kong | $29K | 7.1% |
| Germany | $27K | 6.7% |
| India | $21K | 5.1% |
| Thailand | $15K | 3.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $14K | 3.5% |
| Tanzania | $13K | 3.2% |
| France | $12K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates lock parts imports (HS 8301.60): 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 8301.60: Locks: parts of padlocks, locks, clasps and frames with clasps incorporating locks, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of lock parts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported lock parts worth $36.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply lock parts to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($26.8 million), followed by Germany (6%) and Spain (4%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average import price of lock parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.98 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $12.78 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lock parts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27.7 million in 2017 to $36.4 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $27.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export lock parts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $400 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and the Seychelles. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $36.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for lock parts?
The HS code for lock parts is subheading 8301.60. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8301 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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