Welded tube (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of welded tube (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $40.1 million in 2024 (37.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. Value fell 65% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $273.9 million.
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 | $40.1M | 37.1K t |
| 2023 | $114.5M | 94.3K t |
| 2022 | $273.9M | 162.5K t |
| 2021 | $254.0M | 170.3K t |
| 2020 | $108.0M | 132.5K t |
| 2019 | $160.8M | 135.3K t |
| 2018 | $138.9M | 137.5K t |
| 2017 | $73.0M | 93.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports welded tube (other) to
Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (23%), United Kingdom (21%), Qatar (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+166% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $9.2M | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $8.6M | 21% |
| Qatar | $6.0M | 15% |
| Brazil | $4.1M | 10% |
| Kuwait | $2.4M | 6.1% |
| Bahrain | $1.6M | 4% |
| United States | $1.4M | 3.5% |
| Canada | $1.1M | 2.8% |
| Singapore | $792K | 2% |
| Belgium | $743K | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.08 per kg, 48% below the world average of $2.09, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Welded tube (other) imports to the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported welded tube (other) worth $25.2 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: Norway accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+552% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $16.3M | 65% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.8M | 15% |
| India | $2.0M | 8.1% |
| China | $811K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $352K | 1.4% |
| France | $283K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $272K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $250K | 1% |
| Romania | $164K | 0.7% |
| Turkey | $155K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
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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 7306.90: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (not seamless), n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of welded tube (other) exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported welded tube (other) worth $40.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 147 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 65% on 2023.
Which countries buy welded tube (other) from the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by the United Kingdom (21%) and Qatar (15%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 53 buyer countries in total. Qatar grew fastest among the top ten, up 166% on the year.
What is the average export price of welded tube (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.08 per kg in 2024, 48% below the world average of $2.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of welded tube (other) from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $73.0 million in 2017 to $40.1 million in 2024, a fall of 45%. The peak was 2022 at $273.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $145.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import welded tube (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $25.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Norway, Saudi Arabia and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $14.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded tube (other)?
The HS code for welded tube (other) is subheading 7306.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7306 page.
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