Spiral welded large pipe imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $32.0 million of spiral welded large pipe in 2024 (38.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 164 countries for imports of this product. That is 65% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 57% 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 | $32.0M | 38.4K t |
| 2023 | $19.3M | 14.9K t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 6.7K t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 889 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports spiral welded large pipe from
China alone supplied 99% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $31.7M | 99% |
| India | $259K | 0.8% |
| Norway | $10K | 0% |
| United States | $8K | 0% |
| Egypt | $7K | 0% |
| Austria | $2K | 0% |
| Thailand | $1K | 0% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.83 per kg, 25% below the world average of $1.10, 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.
Spiral welded large pipe exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of spiral welded large pipe by the United Arab Emirates reached $726 thousand in 2024 (620 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $391K | 54% |
| Italy | $115K | 16% |
| Spain | $108K | 15% |
| Israel | $82K | 11% |
| Singapore | $28K | 3.8% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0.4% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates spiral welded large pipe imports (HS 7305.39): 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 7305.39: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes (other than line pipe or casing of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines), welded (not longitudinally welded), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, (not seamless).
Common questions
What is the value of spiral welded large pipe imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported spiral welded large pipe worth $32.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 164 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 65% on 2023.
Which countries supply spiral welded large pipe to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($31.7 million), followed by India (1%) and Norway (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 91% on the year.
What is the average import price of spiral welded large pipe per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.83 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $1.10 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of spiral welded large pipe to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $32.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export spiral welded large pipe?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $726 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Italy and Spain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $31.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for spiral welded large pipe?
The HS code for spiral welded large pipe is subheading 7305.39. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7305 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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