Nickel alloy tubes imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of nickel alloy tubes by the United Arab Emirates reached $97.2 million in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 139 countries. Value rose 123% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $97.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $43.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $20.7M | 522 t |
| 2021 | $24.2M | 926 t |
| 2020 | $30.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $38.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $32.1M | 740 t |
| 2017 | $23.5M | 421 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports nickel alloy tubes from
The largest suppliers were Spain (43%), China (39%), United States (5%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $41.9M | 43% |
| China | $38.1M | 39% |
| United States | $5.0M | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2.9M | 3% |
| Austria | $1.9M | 2% |
| India | $1.7M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 1.1% |
| France | $979K | 1% |
| Germany | $956K | 1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $680K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $30.59 per kg, 41% below the world average of $52.01, 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.
Nickel alloy tubes exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of nickel alloy tubes by the United Arab Emirates reached $3.9 million in 2024 (291 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kazakhstan grew fastest (+296% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.1M | 80% |
| Italy | $318K | 8.1% |
| Kazakhstan | $183K | 4.6% |
| Singapore | $128K | 3.2% |
| Spain | $117K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $44K | 1.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $11K | 0.3% |
| China | $5K | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $1K | 0% |
| Belize | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates nickel alloy tubes imports (HS 7507.12): 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 7507.12: Nickel: tubes and pipes, of nickel alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of nickel alloy tubes imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported nickel alloy tubes worth $97.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 139 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 123% on 2023.
Which countries supply nickel alloy tubes to the United Arab Emirates?
Spain was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($41.9 million), followed by China (39%) and the United States (5%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 140% on the year.
What is the average import price of nickel alloy tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $30.59 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $52.01 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of nickel alloy tubes to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.5 million in 2017 to $97.2 million in 2024, an increase of 313%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $38.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export nickel alloy tubes?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Italy and Kazakhstan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $93.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for nickel alloy tubes?
The HS code for nickel alloy tubes is subheading 7507.12. It sits in HS chapter 75 (nickel and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7507 page.
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