Pure aluminium rods imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported pure aluminium rods worth $70.9 million (10.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 203 countries. That is 12% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $70.9M | 10.7K t |
| 2023 | $80.4M | 20.9K t |
| 2022 | $74.3M | 26.6K t |
| 2021 | $75.9M | 35.0K t |
| 2020 | $66.2M | 31.0K t |
| 2019 | $74.8M | 28.6K t |
| 2018 | $78.4M | 25.7K t |
| 2017 | $61.9M | 20.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports pure aluminium rods from
Most of the value came from South Africa (49%), Saudi Arabia (47%), Turkey (1%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $34.7M | 49% |
| Saudi Arabia | $33.3M | 47% |
| Turkey | $663K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $441K | 0.6% |
| India | $400K | 0.6% |
| Greece | $376K | 0.5% |
| United States | $242K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $144K | 0.2% |
| China | $99K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $61K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.63 per kg, 35% above the world average of $4.92. 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.
Pure aluminium rods exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $54.9 million of pure aluminium rods in 2024 (11.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 136 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Egypt (38%), Kuwait (21%), Canada (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+471% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $20.9M | 38% |
| Kuwait | $11.7M | 21% |
| Canada | $2.9M | 5.3% |
| Morocco | $2.7M | 5% |
| United States | $2.7M | 5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.4M | 4.3% |
| Bahrain | $1.8M | 3.2% |
| Thailand | $1.7M | 3% |
| Qatar | $1.6M | 3% |
| India | $1.1M | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates pure aluminium rods imports (HS 7604.10): 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 7604.10: Aluminium: (not alloyed), bars, rods and profiles.
Common questions
What is the value of pure aluminium rods imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported pure aluminium rods worth $70.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 203 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply pure aluminium rods to the United Arab Emirates?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($34.7 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (47%) and Turkey (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 319% on the year.
What is the average import price of pure aluminium rods per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.63 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $4.92 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pure aluminium rods to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $61.9 million in 2017 to $70.9 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2023 at $80.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $72.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export pure aluminium rods?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $54.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Kuwait and Canada. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $16.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for pure aluminium rods?
The HS code for pure aluminium rods is subheading 7604.10. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7604 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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