Refined lead ingots imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $84.7 million of refined lead ingots in 2024 (43.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 56% on 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 | $84.7M | 43.2K t |
| 2023 | $54.3M | 33.8K t |
| 2022 | $58.0M | 34.9K t |
| 2021 | $52.1M | 26.3K t |
| 2020 | $31.8M | 16.6K t |
| 2019 | $59.2M | 28.1K t |
| 2018 | $51.9M | 24.6K t |
| 2017 | $68.9M | 37.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports refined lead ingots from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 72% of it. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+940% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $60.6M | 72% |
| India | $15.2M | 18% |
| Pakistan | $5.2M | 6.1% |
| Tanzania | $2.6M | 3.1% |
| United States | $387K | 0.5% |
| Angola | $309K | 0.4% |
| Nigeria | $193K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $100K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $55K | 0.1% |
| China | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.96 per kg, close to the world average of $2.23.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Refined lead ingots exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported refined lead ingots worth $75.2 million (33.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Pakistan accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Pakistan grew fastest (+179% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates refined lead ingots imports (HS 7801.10): 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 7801.10: Lead: unwrought, refined.
Common questions
What is the value of refined lead ingots imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported refined lead ingots worth $84.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 122 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 56% on 2023.
Which countries supply refined lead ingots to the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($60.6 million), followed by India (18%) and Pakistan (6%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 940% on the year.
What is the average import price of refined lead ingots per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.96 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $2.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of refined lead ingots to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $68.9 million in 2017 to $84.7 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $57.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export refined lead ingots?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $75.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Pakistan, India and Turkey. That compares with imports of $84.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for refined lead ingots?
The HS code for refined lead ingots is subheading 7801.10. It sits in HS chapter 78 (lead and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7801 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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