Metal gasket joints imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported metal gasket joints worth $78.8 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 222 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 9% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $78.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $86.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $72.3M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $59.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $57.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $57.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $51.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2017 | $42.6M | 1.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports metal gasket joints from
Most of the value came from Japan (23%), India (16%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+274% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $18.1M | 23% |
| India | $12.4M | 16% |
| Germany | $10.1M | 13% |
| United States | $9.3M | 12% |
| China | $6.9M | 8.7% |
| South Korea | $4.8M | 6% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 3% |
| France | $2.1M | 2.6% |
| Thailand | $2.0M | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $30.78 per kg, close to the world average of $32.79.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal gasket joints exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of metal gasket joints by the United Arab Emirates reached $5.8 million in 2024 (566 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (18%), Saudi Arabia (13%), Egypt (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+416% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $1.1M | 18% |
| Saudi Arabia | $783K | 13% |
| Egypt | $767K | 13% |
| Nigeria | $469K | 8.1% |
| Pakistan | $404K | 6.9% |
| Hong Kong | $306K | 5.3% |
| Kenya | $190K | 3.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $137K | 2.4% |
| India | $123K | 2.1% |
| Angola | $106K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates metal gasket joints imports (HS 8484.10): 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 8484.10: Gaskets and similar joints: of metal sheeting combined with other material or two or more layers of metal.
Common questions
What is the value of metal gasket joints imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported metal gasket joints worth $78.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 222 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal gasket joints to the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($18.1 million), followed by India (16%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 274% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal gasket joints per kg?
The average declared import value was about $30.78 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $32.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal gasket joints to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $42.6 million in 2017 to $78.8 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. The peak was 2023 at $86.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $63.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export metal gasket joints?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $5.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $73.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal gasket joints?
The HS code for metal gasket joints is subheading 8484.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8484 page.
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