Metal chairs imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $45.6 million of metal chairs in 2024 (8.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 13% 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 | $45.6M | 8.2K t |
| 2023 | $40.4M | 8.1K t |
| 2022 | $42.1M | 8.0K t |
| 2021 | $38.3M | 8.5K t |
| 2020 | $32.7M | 5.9K t |
| 2019 | $37.1M | 6.5K t |
| 2018 | $27.0M | 6.2K t |
| 2017 | $30.9M | 7.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports metal chairs from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+505% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $28.4M | 62% |
| Italy | $4.2M | 9.2% |
| United States | $3.2M | 7.1% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 4.4% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 3.4% |
| Indonesia | $1.1M | 2.4% |
| Turkey | $906K | 2% |
| Denmark | $730K | 1.6% |
| Poland | $551K | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $470K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.58 per kg, close to the world average of $4.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal chairs exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $1.2 million of metal chairs in 2024 (199 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (15%), Peru (15%), India (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $188K | 16% |
| Peru | $178K | 15% |
| India | $126K | 10% |
| Seychelles | $103K | 8.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $88K | 7.3% |
| Mauritius | $86K | 7.1% |
| Denmark | $67K | 5.5% |
| Togo | $65K | 5.3% |
| Qatar | $49K | 4% |
| Senegal | $34K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates metal chairs imports (HS 9401.79): 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 9401.79: Seats: with metal frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture).
Common questions
What is the value of metal chairs imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported metal chairs worth $45.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal chairs to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($28.4 million), followed by Italy (9%) and the United States (7%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 505% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal chairs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.58 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $4.87 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal chairs to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.9 million in 2017 to $45.6 million in 2024, an increase of 48%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $36.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export metal chairs?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Peru and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $44.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal chairs?
The HS code for metal chairs is subheading 9401.79. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9401 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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