Plastic-coated steel sheet imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic-coated steel sheet by the United Arab Emirates reached $178.7 million in 2024 (227.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 90% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $178.7M | 227.9K t |
| 2023 | $94.0M | 88.0K t |
| 2022 | $107.9M | 81.3K t |
| 2021 | $67.3M | 51.7K t |
| 2020 | $98.0M | 71.6K t |
| 2019 | $69.6M | 79.9K t |
| 2018 | $59.6M | 66.4K t |
| 2017 | $92.0M | 138.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports plastic-coated steel sheet from
China alone supplied 89% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+99% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $158.5M | 89% |
| South Korea | $15.0M | 8.4% |
| India | $1.9M | 1.1% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 0.6% |
| Germany | $938K | 0.5% |
| Malaysia | $716K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $227K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $195K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $121K | 0.1% |
| United States | $31K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.78 per kg, 28% below the world average of $1.08, 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.
Plastic-coated steel sheet exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported plastic-coated steel sheet worth $39.2 million (33.3 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+967% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $24.1M | 61% |
| United States | $3.6M | 9.1% |
| Romania | $2.4M | 6.1% |
| Poland | $1.8M | 4.7% |
| Kuwait | $1.1M | 2.8% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 2.7% |
| Qatar | $964K | 2.5% |
| Sweden | $747K | 1.9% |
| Greece | $718K | 1.8% |
| India | $630K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates plastic-coated steel sheet imports (HS 7210.70): 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 7210.70: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, painted, varnished or coated with plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic-coated steel sheet imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported plastic-coated steel sheet worth $178.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 227.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 209 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 90% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic-coated steel sheet to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($158.5 million), followed by South Korea (8%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 513% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic-coated steel sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.78 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $1.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic-coated steel sheet to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $92.0 million in 2017 to $178.7 million in 2024, an increase of 94%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $95.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export plastic-coated steel sheet?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $39.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United States and Romania. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $139.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic-coated steel sheet?
The HS code for plastic-coated steel sheet is subheading 7210.70. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7210 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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