Prefabricated concrete elements exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of prefabricated concrete elements by the United Arab Emirates reached $12.4 million in 2024 (59.0 thousand tonnes). That is 83% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $25.8 million.
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 | $12.4M | 59.0K t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 14.0K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $18.4M | 58.8K t |
| 2019 | $25.8M | 42.5K t |
| 2018 | $22.5M | 43.5K t |
| 2017 | $17.1M | 67.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports prefabricated concrete elements to
One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+543% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $9.4M | 75% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.5M | 20% |
| Cyprus | $187K | 1.5% |
| Kuwait | $149K | 1.2% |
| Mauritania | $121K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $43K | 0.4% |
| United States | $17K | 0.1% |
| Qatar | $16K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $2K | 0% |
| Senegal | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.21 per kg, 25% below the world average of $0.28, 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.
Prefabricated concrete elements imports to the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates imported $4.1 million of prefabricated concrete elements in 2024 (18.8 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (31%), Greece (26%), Turkey (18%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+378% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 32% |
| Greece | $1.1M | 27% |
| Turkey | $746K | 18% |
| India | $534K | 13% |
| Czech Republic | $117K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $86K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $52K | 1.3% |
| Egypt | $48K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $44K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $32K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates prefabricated concrete elements exports (HS 6810.91): 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 6810.91: Cement, concrete or artificial stone: prefabricated structural components for building or civil engineering, whether or not reinforced.
Common questions
What is the value of prefabricated concrete elements exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported prefabricated concrete elements worth $12.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 59.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 113 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 83% on 2023.
Which countries buy prefabricated concrete elements from the United Arab Emirates?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 75% of the value ($9.4 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (20%) and Cyprus (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 10 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 543% on the year.
What is the average export price of prefabricated concrete elements per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.21 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $0.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of prefabricated concrete elements from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $17.1 million in 2017 to $12.4 million in 2024, a fall of 27%. The peak was 2019 at $25.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import prefabricated concrete elements?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Greece and Turkey. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for prefabricated concrete elements?
The HS code for prefabricated concrete elements is subheading 6810.91. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6810 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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