Stainless steel mesh imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported stainless steel mesh worth $4.2 million (475 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $8.3 million.
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 | $4.2M | 475 t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 745 t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 673 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 375 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 267 t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 321 t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 278 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 256 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports stainless steel mesh from
Most of the value came from China (48%), Germany (27%), United States (14%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+480% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 48% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 27% |
| United States | $613K | 15% |
| India | $224K | 5.3% |
| Switzerland | $108K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $31K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $24K | 0.6% |
| South Korea | $21K | 0.5% |
| Japan | $11K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.91 per kg, close to the world average of $8.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Stainless steel mesh exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of stainless steel mesh by the United Arab Emirates reached $979 thousand in 2024 (286 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (48%), Qatar (28%), Pakistan (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+179% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $473K | 48% |
| Qatar | $270K | 28% |
| Pakistan | $109K | 11% |
| Kuwait | $53K | 5.4% |
| Bahrain | $52K | 5.3% |
| Maldives | $8K | 0.8% |
| Seychelles | $6K | 0.6% |
| India | $4K | 0.4% |
| Angola | $2K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates stainless steel mesh imports (HS 7314.14): 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 7314.14: Iron or steel: woven cloth, of stainless steel, (other than endless bands for machinery).
Common questions
What is the value of stainless steel mesh imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported stainless steel mesh worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 475 tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 200 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless steel mesh to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Germany (27%) and the United States (14%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 480% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless steel mesh per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.91 per kg in 2024, 5% above the world average of $8.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of stainless steel mesh to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 101%. The peak was 2022 at $8.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export stainless steel mesh?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $979 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Pakistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless steel mesh?
The HS code for stainless steel mesh is subheading 7314.14. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7314 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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