Welded steel shapes imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $10.1 million of welded steel shapes in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 7% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $13.1 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 | $10.1M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $11.6M | 9.0K t |
| 2021 | $13.1M | 8.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $7.9M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $9.8M | 10.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 1.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports welded steel shapes from
Most of the value came from India (46%), Saudi Arabia (37%), Norway (6%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+134% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.6M | 46% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.8M | 37% |
| Norway | $629K | 6.2% |
| United States | $272K | 2.7% |
| Bahrain | $225K | 2.2% |
| China | $196K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $125K | 1.2% |
| Kuwait | $102K | 1% |
| Taiwan | $56K | 0.6% |
| South Korea | $35K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.93 per kg, close to the world average of $1.88.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Welded steel shapes exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported welded steel shapes worth $5.5 million (5.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Bahrain (49%), Saudi Arabia (23%), Gambia (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | $2.7M | 49% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 23% |
| Gambia | $732K | 13% |
| Togo | $328K | 6% |
| Kuwait | $237K | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $90K | 1.6% |
| United States | $66K | 1.2% |
| Qatar | $59K | 1.1% |
| Seychelles | $19K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $18K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates welded steel shapes imports (HS 7301.20): 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 7301.20: Iron or steel: angles, shapes and sections, welded.
Common questions
What is the value of welded steel shapes imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported welded steel shapes worth $10.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 206 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply welded steel shapes to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (37%) and Norway (6%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 134% on the year.
What is the average import price of welded steel shapes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.93 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.88 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of welded steel shapes to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $10.1 million in 2024, an increase of 190%. The peak was 2021 at $13.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export welded steel shapes?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and the Gambia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded steel shapes?
The HS code for welded steel shapes is subheading 7301.20. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7301 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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