Metal molds (other types) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $7.2 million of metal molds (other types) in 2024 (842 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 84% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $7.2M | 842 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 576 t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 426 t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 835 t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 512 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 386 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports metal molds (other types) from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), South Korea (35%), Turkey (9%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+421% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.0M | 42% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 35% |
| Turkey | $652K | 9.1% |
| United Kingdom | $402K | 5.6% |
| India | $286K | 4% |
| Taiwan | $151K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $123K | 1.7% |
| Singapore | $16K | 0.2% |
| United States | $10K | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $7K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.55 per kg, 27% below the world average of $11.77, 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.
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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 8480.49: Moulds: for metal or metal carbides, other than injection or compression types.
Common questions
What is the value of metal molds (other types) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported metal molds (other types) worth $7.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 842 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 180 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 84% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal molds (other types) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by South Korea (35%) and Turkey (9%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 421% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal molds (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.55 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $11.77 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of metal molds (other types) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $7.2 million in 2024, an increase of 175%. The peak was 2021 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal molds (other types)?
The HS code for metal molds (other types) is subheading 8480.49. 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 8480 page.
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