Winding wire (non-copper) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $46.4 million of winding wire (non-copper) in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 211 countries. Value rose 20% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $46.4M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $38.7M | 7.0K t |
| 2022 | $31.3M | 6.8K t |
| 2021 | $25.9M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $21.4M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $17.2M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $25.9M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $21.2M | 5.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports winding wire (non-copper) from
India alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $34.0M | 73% |
| China | $10.7M | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $457K | 1% |
| Germany | $323K | 0.7% |
| United States | $163K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $150K | 0.3% |
| France | $145K | 0.3% |
| Sweden | $106K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $67K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $49K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.89 per kg, 62% above the world average of $7.32. 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.
Winding wire (non-copper) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of winding wire (non-copper) by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.2 million in 2024 (185 tonnes). India alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+524% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $611K | 51% |
| Tanzania | $162K | 13% |
| Seychelles | $115K | 9.5% |
| Uganda | $112K | 9.3% |
| Mozambique | $33K | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $27K | 2.2% |
| Egypt | $25K | 2.1% |
| Nigeria | $23K | 1.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $21K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $17K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates winding wire (non-copper) imports (HS 8544.19): 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 8544.19: Insulated electric conductors: winding wire, (of other than copper).
Common questions
What is the value of winding wire (non-copper) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported winding wire (non-copper) worth $46.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 211 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply winding wire (non-copper) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($34.0 million), followed by China (23%) and the United Kingdom (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 627% on the year.
What is the average import price of winding wire (non-copper) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.89 per kg in 2024, 62% above the world average of $7.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of winding wire (non-copper) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.2 million in 2017 to $46.4 million in 2024, an increase of 119%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $28.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export winding wire (non-copper)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Tanzania and the Seychelles. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $45.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for winding wire (non-copper)?
The HS code for winding wire (non-copper) is subheading 8544.19. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8544 page.
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