Platinum semi-manufactured forms exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported platinum semi-manufactured forms worth $675.8 million (9 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 77 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 4744% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 230% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $1.14 billion.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $675.8M | 9 t |
| 2023 | $14.0M | 0 t |
| 2022 | $1.14B | 20 t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 0 t |
| 2020 | $156K | - |
| 2019 | $424K | - |
| 2018 | $94K | - |
| 2017 | $160K | - |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports platinum semi-manufactured forms to
One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $672.8M | 100% |
| Thailand | $2.9M | 0.4% |
| Tanzania | $61K | 0% |
| Malta | $12K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $71,892.91 per kg, 168% above the world average of $26,789.14. 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.
Platinum semi-manufactured forms imports to the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported platinum semi-manufactured forms worth $43.9 million (2 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. United Kingdom alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+165% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $24.0M | 55% |
| Switzerland | $18.2M | 42% |
| South Africa | $1.0M | 2.3% |
| Hong Kong | $332K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $244K | 0.6% |
| Israel | $85K | 0.2% |
| United States | $44K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0% |
| Italy | $3K | 0% |
| Germany | $3K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates platinum semi-manufactured forms exports (HS 7110.19): 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 7110.19: Metals: platinum, semi-manufactured.
Common questions
What is the value of platinum semi-manufactured forms exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported platinum semi-manufactured forms worth $675.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 77 countries worldwide, with 11% of world exports.
Which countries buy platinum semi-manufactured forms from the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($672.8 million), followed by Thailand (0%) and Tanzania (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of platinum semi-manufactured forms per kg?
The average declared export value was about $71,892.91 per kg in 2024, 168% above the world average of $26,789.14 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of platinum semi-manufactured forms from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $160 thousand in 2017 to $675.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $1.14 billion. Over 8 years the average was $230.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import platinum semi-manufactured forms?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $43.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United Kingdom, Switzerland and South Africa. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $631.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for platinum semi-manufactured forms?
The HS code for platinum semi-manufactured forms is subheading 7110.19. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7110 page.
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