Tinned steel scrap imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $3.2 million of tinned steel scrap in 2024 (5.9 thousand tonnes). That is 80% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $16.2 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 | $3.2M | 5.9K t |
| 2023 | $16.2M | 46.3K t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 17.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 14.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 29.1K t |
| 2019 | $10.4M | 47.5K t |
| 2018 | $12.5M | 35.5K t |
| 2017 | $8.3M | 35.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports tinned steel scrap from
The largest suppliers were United States (50%), New Zealand (15%), Mozambique (11%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.6M | 50% |
| New Zealand | $473K | 15% |
| Mozambique | $359K | 11% |
| Brazil | $341K | 11% |
| Australia | $198K | 6.2% |
| Namibia | $146K | 4.6% |
| Senegal | $55K | 1.7% |
| Hungary | $13K | 0.4% |
| Guyana | $12K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.54 per kg, 54% above the world average of $0.35. 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.
Tinned steel scrap exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $4.6 million of tinned steel scrap in 2024 (11.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Pakistan accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $4.6M | 100% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates tinned steel scrap imports (HS 7204.30): 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 7204.30: Ferrous waste and scrap: of tinned iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of tinned steel scrap imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported tinned steel scrap worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 94 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 80% on 2023.
Which countries supply tinned steel scrap to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by New Zealand (15%) and Mozambique (11%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 9 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of tinned steel scrap per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.54 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $0.35 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of tinned steel scrap to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.3 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, a fall of 62%. The peak was 2023 at $16.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export tinned steel scrap?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $4.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Pakistan and France. That compares with imports of $3.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for tinned steel scrap?
The HS code for tinned steel scrap is subheading 7204.30. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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