Low carbon ferro-chromium imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $12.7 million of low carbon ferro-chromium in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 282% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 78% 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 | $12.7M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 521 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 605 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 494 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 558 t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 357 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 666 t |
| 2017 | $228K | 106 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports low carbon ferro-chromium from
India alone supplied 93% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+447% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $11.8M | 93% |
| Turkey | $531K | 4.2% |
| China | $293K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $65K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.99 per kg, close to the world average of $2.93.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Low carbon ferro-chromium exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported low carbon ferro-chromium worth $5.8 million (6.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Saudi Arabia alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $5.8M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates low carbon ferro-chromium imports (HS 7202.49): 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 7202.49: Ferro-alloys: ferro-chromium, containing by weight 4% or less of carbon.
Common questions
What is the value of low carbon ferro-chromium imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported low carbon ferro-chromium worth $12.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 103 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 282% on 2023.
Which countries supply low carbon ferro-chromium to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($11.8 million), followed by Turkey (4%) and China (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 447% on the year.
What is the average import price of low carbon ferro-chromium per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.99 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.93 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of low carbon ferro-chromium to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $228 thousand in 2017 to $12.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export low carbon ferro-chromium?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $5.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for low carbon ferro-chromium?
The HS code for low carbon ferro-chromium is subheading 7202.49. 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?
EximDataX rebuilds the United Arab Emirates trade from the customs records of its trading partners, so the companies shipping to and from it are visible. Ask for a live look at your product.
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