Steel can (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $13.3 million of steel can (other) in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That is 9% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $17.4 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 | $13.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $14.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $14.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $13.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2019 | $12.9M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $17.4M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $16.2M | 6.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports steel can (other) from
China alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.9M | 52% |
| India | $1.6M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $690K | 5.2% |
| United States | $672K | 5.1% |
| Turkey | $663K | 5% |
| Netherlands | $519K | 3.9% |
| Denmark | $439K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $341K | 2.6% |
| France | $281K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $207K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.20 per kg, close to the world average of $4.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel can (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of steel can (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $10.2 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Italy (39%), Netherlands (32%), Uganda (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $4.0M | 39% |
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 32% |
| Uganda | $1.3M | 13% |
| Tanzania | $567K | 5.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $171K | 1.7% |
| Nigeria | $136K | 1.3% |
| Seychelles | $133K | 1.3% |
| Czech Republic | $80K | 0.8% |
| Australia | $75K | 0.7% |
| Egypt | $69K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates steel can (other) imports (HS 7310.29): 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 7310.29: Tanks, casks, drums, boxes and similar containers for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas) less than 50l capacity, n.e.c. in item no. 7310.2, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel can (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported steel can (other) worth $13.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel can (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by India (12%) and the United Kingdom (5%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 59% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel can (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.20 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $4.40 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel can (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.2 million in 2017 to $13.3 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2018 at $17.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export steel can (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $10.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, the Netherlands and Uganda. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel can (other)?
The HS code for steel can (other) is subheading 7310.29. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7310 page.
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