Other coated steel strip imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $2.4 million of other coated steel strip in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is 103% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% 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 | $2.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 791 t |
| 2022 | $708K | 140 t |
| 2021 | $607K | 107 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 545 t |
| 2019 | $517K | 79 t |
| 2018 | $205K | 76 t |
| 2017 | $215K | 116 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports other coated steel strip from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 82% |
| India | $362K | 15% |
| Germany | $28K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $19K | 0.8% |
| Kenya | $10K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $2K | 0.1% |
| Norway | $1K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.62 per kg, close to the world average of $1.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Other coated steel strip exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported other coated steel strip worth $615 thousand (25 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $438K | 71% |
| Qatar | $71K | 12% |
| Guyana | $44K | 7.2% |
| Singapore | $43K | 6.9% |
| United Kingdom | $19K | 3.1% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates other coated steel strip imports (HS 7212.50): 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 7212.50: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, plated or coated, (excluding tin, zinc or plastic).
Common questions
What is the value of other coated steel strip imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported other coated steel strip worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 162 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 103% on 2023.
Which countries supply other coated steel strip to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by India (15%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 908% on the year.
What is the average import price of other coated steel strip per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.62 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $1.44 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of other coated steel strip to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $214 thousand in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export other coated steel strip?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $615 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Guyana. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for other coated steel strip?
The HS code for other coated steel strip is subheading 7212.50. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7212 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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