Self-tapping screw imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported self-tapping screw worth $36.0 million (12.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 33% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $36.0M | 12.9K t |
| 2023 | $27.1M | 9.9K t |
| 2022 | $25.0M | 8.4K t |
| 2021 | $15.8M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $24.3M | 5.7K t |
| 2019 | $19.2M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $23.5M | 8.3K t |
| 2017 | $19.9M | 7.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports self-tapping screw from
China alone supplied 72% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $26.0M | 72% |
| Taiwan | $5.0M | 14% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 6.8% |
| Poland | $752K | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $243K | 0.7% |
| Austria | $192K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $175K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $171K | 0.5% |
| Bahrain | $171K | 0.5% |
| India | $145K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.79 per kg, 24% below the world average of $3.68, 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.
Self-tapping screw exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $6.6 million of self-tapping screw in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 73% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+379% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $4.8M | 73% |
| Italy | $571K | 8.7% |
| Germany | $246K | 3.7% |
| France | $168K | 2.6% |
| Czech Republic | $112K | 1.7% |
| Kuwait | $88K | 1.4% |
| Romania | $66K | 1% |
| Morocco | $59K | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | $58K | 0.9% |
| United States | $52K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates self-tapping screw imports (HS 7318.14): 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 7318.14: Iron or steel: threaded self-tapping screws.
Common questions
What is the value of self-tapping screw imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported self-tapping screw worth $36.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-tapping screw to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($26.0 million), followed by Taiwan (14%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 384% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-tapping screw per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.79 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $3.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of self-tapping screw to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.9 million in 2017 to $36.0 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $23.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export self-tapping screw?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $6.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Italy and Germany. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $29.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-tapping screw?
The HS code for self-tapping screw is subheading 7318.14. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7318 page.
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