Metal fittings imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $84.1 million of metal fittings in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 25% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $84.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $67.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $50.9M | 6.1K t |
| 2021 | $36.8M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $32.2M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $49.4M | 6.9K t |
| 2018 | $39.9M | 6.6K t |
| 2017 | $32.3M | 2.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports metal fittings from
The largest suppliers were United States (36%), France (18%), United Kingdom (16%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+907% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $30.6M | 36% |
| France | $15.0M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $13.1M | 16% |
| China | $7.2M | 8.5% |
| Germany | $5.1M | 6.1% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $1.7M | 2% |
| Japan | $1.6M | 1.9% |
| India | $1.6M | 1.9% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.01 per kg, 295% above the world average of $10.14. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal fittings exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported metal fittings worth $9.6 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Uganda grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $5.4M | 56% |
| United States | $1.1M | 11% |
| Israel | $753K | 7.9% |
| India | $376K | 3.9% |
| Uganda | $355K | 3.7% |
| Qatar | $197K | 2.1% |
| Seychelles | $185K | 1.9% |
| Kenya | $160K | 1.7% |
| Kuwait | $154K | 1.6% |
| Japan | $122K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates metal fittings imports (HS 8302.49): 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 8302.49: Mountings, fittings and similar articles: suitable for other than buildings or furniture, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of metal fittings imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported metal fittings worth $84.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 221 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal fittings to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($30.6 million), followed by France (18%) and the United Kingdom (16%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 907% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal fittings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.01 per kg in 2024, 295% above the world average of $10.14 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 fittings to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $32.3 million in 2017 to $84.1 million in 2024, an increase of 160%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $49.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export metal fittings?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $9.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United States and Israel. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $74.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal fittings?
The HS code for metal fittings is subheading 8302.49. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8302 page.
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