Stainless line pipe imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported stainless line pipe worth $28.5 million (10.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 170 countries for imports of this product. That is 6% 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 | $28.5M | 10.8K t |
| 2023 | $26.9M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $6.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $18.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $8.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 816 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports stainless line pipe from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+229% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.9M | 60% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.9M | 31% |
| Italy | $973K | 3.4% |
| India | $582K | 2% |
| Egypt | $340K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $333K | 1.2% |
| France | $129K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $120K | 0.4% |
| United States | $65K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $42K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.64 per kg, 30% below the world average of $3.79, 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.
Stainless line pipe exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $1.1 million of stainless line pipe in 2024 (265 tonnes). Egypt alone took 83% of it. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $885K | 83% |
| Central African Republic | $82K | 7.7% |
| India | $79K | 7.4% |
| Thailand | $21K | 1.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3K | 0.3% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
| Senegal | $0K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates stainless line pipe imports (HS 7306.11): 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 7306.11: Steel: stainless: line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines n.e.c. in chapter 73, welded, (not seamless).
Common questions
What is the value of stainless line pipe imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported stainless line pipe worth $28.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 170 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless line pipe to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($16.9 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (31%) and Italy (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 229% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless line pipe per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.64 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $3.79 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of stainless line pipe to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $28.5 million in 2024, an increase of 534%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export stainless line pipe?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, the Central African Republic and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $27.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless line pipe?
The HS code for stainless line pipe is subheading 7306.11. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7306 page.
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