Low carbon ferro-manganese imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $18.4 million of low carbon ferro-manganese in 2024 (15.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 108% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $68.7 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 | $18.4M | 15.4K t |
| 2023 | $8.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $36.5M | 10.8K t |
| 2021 | $10.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $34.6M | 9.8K t |
| 2019 | $68.7M | 75.3K t |
| 2018 | $53.3M | 16.2K t |
| 2017 | $53.0M | 33.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports low carbon ferro-manganese from
India alone supplied 95% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+196% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $17.4M | 95% |
| South Korea | $726K | 4% |
| South Africa | $112K | 0.6% |
| China | $95K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $30K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.20 per kg, 22% below the world average of $1.54, 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.
Low carbon ferro-manganese exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported low carbon ferro-manganese worth $225 thousand (169 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 99% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $224K | 100% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates low carbon ferro-manganese imports (HS 7202.19): 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 7202.19: Ferro-alloys: ferro-manganese, containing by weight 2% or less of carbon.
Common questions
What is the value of low carbon ferro-manganese imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported low carbon ferro-manganese worth $18.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 122 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 108% on 2023.
Which countries supply low carbon ferro-manganese to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($17.4 million), followed by South Korea (4%) and South Africa (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 196% on the year.
What is the average import price of low carbon ferro-manganese per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.20 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $1.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of low carbon ferro-manganese to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $53.0 million in 2017 to $18.4 million in 2024, a fall of 65%. The peak was 2019 at $68.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export low carbon ferro-manganese?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $225 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Angola and the Netherlands. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $18.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for low carbon ferro-manganese?
The HS code for low carbon ferro-manganese is subheading 7202.19. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7202 page.
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