Upholstered metal chairs imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported upholstered metal chairs worth $175.8 million (21.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
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 | $175.8M | 21.1K t |
| 2023 | $178.3M | 15.2K t |
| 2022 | $171.8M | 13.3K t |
| 2021 | $169.0M | 14.6K t |
| 2020 | $64.0M | 9.4K t |
| 2019 | $111.8M | 9.4K t |
| 2018 | $84.8M | 8.8K t |
| 2017 | $76.8M | 12.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports upholstered metal chairs from
China alone supplied 80% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $139.9M | 80% |
| Italy | $17.0M | 9.7% |
| Germany | $3.0M | 1.7% |
| Sweden | $2.3M | 1.3% |
| Poland | $1.6M | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 0.8% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 0.6% |
| Malaysia | $967K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $815K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.32 per kg, 23% above the world average of $6.74. 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.
Upholstered metal chairs exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $2.4 million of upholstered metal chairs in 2024 (338 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (24%), Kuwait (21%), Qatar (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Mauritius grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $574K | 24% |
| Kuwait | $508K | 21% |
| Qatar | $214K | 8.9% |
| Netherlands | $185K | 7.7% |
| Mauritius | $150K | 6.2% |
| Bahrain | $114K | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $58K | 2.4% |
| Morocco | $57K | 2.4% |
| Australia | $55K | 2.3% |
| United States | $52K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates upholstered metal chairs imports (HS 9401.71): 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 9401.71: Seats: with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture).
Common questions
What is the value of upholstered metal chairs imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported upholstered metal chairs worth $175.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 221 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply upholstered metal chairs to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($139.9 million), followed by Italy (10%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 97% on the year.
What is the average import price of upholstered metal chairs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.32 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $6.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of upholstered metal chairs to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $76.8 million in 2017 to $175.8 million in 2024, an increase of 129%. The peak was 2023 at $178.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $129.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export upholstered metal chairs?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $173.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for upholstered metal chairs?
The HS code for upholstered metal chairs is subheading 9401.71. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9401 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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