Steel H-sections exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported steel h-sections worth $131.3 million (158.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 101 countries for exports of this product. That is 42% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $227.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $131.3M | 158.2K t |
| 2023 | $227.1M | 237.6K t |
| 2022 | $192.6M | 198.2K t |
| 2021 | $221.5M | 283.3K t |
| 2020 | $144.3M | 224.4K t |
| 2019 | $154.3M | 238.0K t |
| 2018 | $104.8M | 145.9K t |
| 2017 | $50.0M | 89.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports steel h-sections to
Most of it went to United States (34%), Canada (32%), Egypt (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $44.4M | 34% |
| Canada | $42.5M | 32% |
| Egypt | $8.2M | 6.3% |
| Qatar | $5.9M | 4.5% |
| Mexico | $5.2M | 3.9% |
| India | $4.8M | 3.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.4M | 3.3% |
| Morocco | $3.9M | 3% |
| Netherlands | $3.8M | 2.9% |
| Thailand | $1.2M | 0.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.83 per kg, close to the world average of $0.77.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel H-sections imports to the United Arab Emirates
Imports of steel h-sections by the United Arab Emirates reached $62.6 million in 2024 (99.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. China alone supplied 70% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $44.0M | 70% |
| South Korea | $8.9M | 14% |
| Luxembourg | $6.3M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $739K | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $590K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $503K | 0.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $361K | 0.6% |
| Norway | $274K | 0.4% |
| United States | $210K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $201K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates steel h-sections exports (HS 7216.33): 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 7216.33: Iron or non-alloy steel: H sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of 80mm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of steel h-sections exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported steel h-sections worth $131.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 158.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 101 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 42% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel h-sections from the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($44.4 million), followed by Canada (32%) and Egypt (6%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 46 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 56% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel h-sections per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.83 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $0.77 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of steel h-sections from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $50.0 million in 2017 to $131.3 million in 2024, an increase of 163%. The peak was 2023 at $227.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $153.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import steel h-sections?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $62.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, South Korea and Luxembourg. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $68.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel h-sections?
The HS code for steel h-sections is subheading 7216.33. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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