Railway component (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of railway component (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $8.9 million in 2024 (9.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 60% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $8.9M | 9.7K t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $10.5M | 8.5K t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 601 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports railway component (other) from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 76% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+369% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $6.7M | 76% |
| Poland | $639K | 7.2% |
| Germany | $624K | 7% |
| China | $289K | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $285K | 3.2% |
| India | $67K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $45K | 0.5% |
| Canada | $45K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $44K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $36K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.92 per kg, 60% below the world average of $2.30, 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.
Railway component (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported railway component (other) worth $7.2 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $6.1M | 85% |
| Bahrain | $538K | 7.5% |
| Kuwait | $270K | 3.8% |
| Egypt | $203K | 2.8% |
| Qatar | $63K | 0.9% |
| India | $18K | 0.3% |
| Tanzania | $4K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.1% |
| Niger | $3K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates railway component (other) imports (HS 7302.90): 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 7302.90: Iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material: n.e.c. in heading no. 7302.
Common questions
What is the value of railway component (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported railway component (other) worth $8.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 182 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply railway component (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by Poland (7%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 372% on the year.
What is the average import price of railway component (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.92 per kg in 2024, 60% below the world average of $2.30 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of railway component (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $8.9 million in 2024, an increase of 523%. The peak was 2021 at $10.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export railway component (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $7.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for railway component (other)?
The HS code for railway component (other) is subheading 7302.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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