Metal picture frames imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of metal picture frames by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.7 million in 2024 (256 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 42% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.7 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 | $2.7M | 256 t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 684 t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 603 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 272 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 212 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 469 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 321 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 171 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports metal picture frames from
The largest suppliers were China (43%), United Kingdom (24%), Canada (6%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 43% |
| United Kingdom | $645K | 24% |
| Canada | $152K | 5.6% |
| United States | $114K | 4.2% |
| Turkey | $100K | 3.7% |
| India | $96K | 3.6% |
| Portugal | $66K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $63K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $63K | 2.3% |
| Switzerland | $53K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.54 per kg, 96% above the world average of $5.37. 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 picture frames exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of metal picture frames by the United Arab Emirates reached $716 thousand in 2024 (62 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Uganda (40%), Saudi Arabia (14%), United Kingdom (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $284K | 40% |
| Saudi Arabia | $98K | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $68K | 9.6% |
| France | $66K | 9.3% |
| India | $49K | 6.8% |
| Kuwait | $32K | 4.5% |
| Seychelles | $27K | 3.8% |
| Egypt | $22K | 3.1% |
| Pakistan | $13K | 1.9% |
| Thailand | $7K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates metal picture frames imports (HS 8306.30): 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 8306.30: Photograph, picture or similar frames, mirrors: of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of metal picture frames imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported metal picture frames worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 256 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal picture frames to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by the United Kingdom (24%) and Canada (6%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 894% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal picture frames per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.54 per kg in 2024, 96% above the world average of $5.37 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal picture frames to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 119%. The peak was 2023 at $4.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export metal picture frames?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $716 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal picture frames?
The HS code for metal picture frames is subheading 8306.30. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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