Steel prop and scaffolding imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $217.4 million of steel prop and scaffolding in 2024 (108.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 220 countries. That is 141% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $217.4M | 108.2K t |
| 2023 | $90.1M | 54.5K t |
| 2022 | $65.1M | 35.4K t |
| 2021 | $58.3M | 37.7K t |
| 2020 | $72.7M | 49.8K t |
| 2019 | $135.4M | 83.9K t |
| 2018 | $223.4M | 100.9K t |
| 2017 | $175.8M | 87.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports steel prop and scaffolding from
The largest suppliers were India (32%), China (20%), Austria (19%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+632% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $69.1M | 32% |
| China | $43.5M | 20% |
| Austria | $40.8M | 19% |
| Germany | $19.9M | 9.1% |
| Turkey | $17.7M | 8.1% |
| Italy | $7.0M | 3.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.3M | 1.5% |
| Spain | $3.3M | 1.5% |
| Egypt | $2.7M | 1.3% |
| Malaysia | $1.5M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.01 per kg, close to the world average of $2.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel prop and scaffolding exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of steel prop and scaffolding by the United Arab Emirates reached $130.4 million in 2024 (101.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 168 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (44%), United Kingdom (21%), United States (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+337% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $57.7M | 44% |
| United Kingdom | $26.8M | 21% |
| United States | $15.8M | 12% |
| Qatar | $11.2M | 8.6% |
| Ireland | $4.0M | 3.1% |
| Australia | $3.1M | 2.4% |
| Kuwait | $2.3M | 1.7% |
| Tanzania | $1.3M | 1% |
| Bahrain | $806K | 0.6% |
| Cyprus | $771K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates steel prop and scaffolding imports (HS 7308.40): 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 7308.40: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, props and similar equipment for scaffolding, shuttering or pit-propping.
Common questions
What is the value of steel prop and scaffolding imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported steel prop and scaffolding worth $217.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 108.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 220 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 141% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel prop and scaffolding to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($69.1 million), followed by China (20%) and Austria (19%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 632% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel prop and scaffolding per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.01 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.05 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel prop and scaffolding to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $175.8 million in 2017 to $217.4 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. The peak was 2018 at $223.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $129.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export steel prop and scaffolding?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $130.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom and the United States. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $87.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel prop and scaffolding?
The HS code for steel prop and scaffolding is subheading 7308.40. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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