Steel chain (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $2.3 million of steel chain (other) in 2024 (543 tonnes). Value fell 38% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.4 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 | $2.3M | 543 t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 400 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports steel chain (other) from
Most of the value came from China (37%), Turkey (8%), Germany (7%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+851% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $848K | 37% |
| Turkey | $179K | 7.9% |
| Germany | $163K | 7.2% |
| Norway | $153K | 6.8% |
| Belgium | $150K | 6.6% |
| France | $137K | 6% |
| Italy | $119K | 5.3% |
| United States | $105K | 4.7% |
| South Korea | $77K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $50K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.17 per kg, close to the world average of $4.50.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel chain (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of steel chain (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $788 thousand in 2024 (437 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $521K | 66% |
| Zambia | $96K | 12% |
| Tanzania | $60K | 7.6% |
| Seychelles | $34K | 4.3% |
| India | $16K | 2% |
| Mozambique | $12K | 1.6% |
| Australia | $8K | 1% |
| Hungary | $8K | 1% |
| Zimbabwe | $5K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $5K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates steel chain (other) imports (HS 7315.89): 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 7315.89: Chain: n.e.c. in heading no. 7315, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of steel chain (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported steel chain (other) worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 543 tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel chain (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($848 thousand), followed by Turkey (8%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 851% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel chain (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.17 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $4.50 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel chain (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. The peak was 2022 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export steel chain (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $788 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Zambia and Tanzania. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel chain (other)?
The HS code for steel chain (other) is subheading 7315.89. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7315 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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