Plastic-coated steel netting imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported plastic-coated steel netting worth $5.0 million (3.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 205 countries. That is 76% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $5.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 1.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports plastic-coated steel netting from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+434% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.1M | 82% |
| China | $736K | 15% |
| South Africa | $91K | 1.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $66K | 1.3% |
| United States | $4K | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | $2K | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | $2K | 0% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.63 per kg, close to the world average of $1.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic-coated steel netting exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported plastic-coated steel netting worth $896 thousand (527 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (41%), Saudi Arabia (34%), Germany (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+423% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $367K | 41% |
| Saudi Arabia | $309K | 35% |
| Germany | $70K | 7.8% |
| Qatar | $57K | 6.4% |
| Seychelles | $38K | 4.2% |
| Bahrain | $34K | 3.8% |
| Mozambique | $14K | 1.6% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $7K | 0.8% |
| Maldives | $0K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates plastic-coated steel netting imports (HS 7314.42): 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 7314.42: Iron or steel wire: grill, netting and fencing, coated with plastic.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic-coated steel netting imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported plastic-coated steel netting worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 205 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 76% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic-coated steel netting to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by China (15%) and South Africa (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 434% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic-coated steel netting per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.63 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $1.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic-coated steel netting to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, an increase of 276%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export plastic-coated steel netting?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $896 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Saudi Arabia and Germany. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic-coated steel netting?
The HS code for plastic-coated steel netting is subheading 7314.42. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7314 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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