Steel tower exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of steel tower by the United Arab Emirates reached $310.0 million in 2024 (68.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 122 countries. Value rose 204% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 42% a year on average.
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 | $310.0M | 68.1K t |
| 2023 | $102.0M | 36.1K t |
| 2022 | $152.5M | 49.1K t |
| 2021 | $109.1M | 49.8K t |
| 2020 | $259.4M | 68.4K t |
| 2019 | $25.2M | 18.5K t |
| 2018 | $84.3M | 48.3K t |
| 2017 | $27.2M | 25.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports steel tower to
United Kingdom alone took 83% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+637% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $257.4M | 83% |
| Saudi Arabia | $40.1M | 13% |
| Kuwait | $12.4M | 4% |
| Nigeria | $127K | 0% |
| India | $46K | 0% |
| Canada | $13K | 0% |
| South Africa | $8K | 0% |
| Senegal | $5K | 0% |
| Gambia | $5K | 0% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.55 per kg, 86% above the world average of $2.44. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel tower imports to the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates imported $31.4 million of steel tower in 2024 (10.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: India accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $18.8M | 60% |
| China | $8.0M | 26% |
| Egypt | $2.1M | 6.7% |
| Italy | $829K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $397K | 1.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $376K | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $349K | 1.1% |
| Australia | $266K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $90K | 0.3% |
| Tunisia | $86K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates steel tower exports (HS 7308.20): 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 7308.20: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, towers and lattice masts.
Common questions
What is the value of steel tower exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported steel tower worth $310.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 68.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 122 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 204% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel tower from the United Arab Emirates?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 83% of the value ($257.4 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (13%) and Kuwait (4%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 10 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 637% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel tower per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.55 per kg in 2024, 86% above the world average of $2.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of steel tower from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $27.2 million in 2017 to $310.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $133.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import steel tower?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $31.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and Egypt. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $278.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel tower?
The HS code for steel tower is subheading 7308.20. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
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