Zinc alloy ingots imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $9.6 million of zinc alloy ingots in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $14.5 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 | $9.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $8.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $12.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $8.9M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2018 | $13.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $14.5M | 5.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports zinc alloy ingots from
Most of the value came from South Korea (46%), India (38%), Azerbaijan (9%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $4.4M | 46% |
| India | $3.7M | 38% |
| Azerbaijan | $859K | 9% |
| Germany | $315K | 3.3% |
| United States | $288K | 3% |
| Bahrain | $39K | 0.4% |
| China | $6K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $2K | 0% |
| Norway | $1K | 0% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.89 per kg, close to the world average of $3.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Zinc alloy ingots exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported zinc alloy ingots worth $1.6 million (733 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.1M | 68% |
| Saudi Arabia | $178K | 11% |
| Thailand | $174K | 11% |
| Sri Lanka | $78K | 4.9% |
| United States | $57K | 3.6% |
| Malaysia | $24K | 1.5% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates zinc alloy ingots imports (HS 7901.20): 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 7901.20: Zinc: unwrought, alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc alloy ingots imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported zinc alloy ingots worth $9.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 145 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply zinc alloy ingots to the United Arab Emirates?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by India (38%) and Azerbaijan (9%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 109% on the year.
What is the average import price of zinc alloy ingots per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.89 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.02 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of zinc alloy ingots to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.5 million in 2017 to $9.6 million in 2024, a fall of 34%. The peak was 2017 at $14.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export zinc alloy ingots?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Saudi Arabia and Thailand. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc alloy ingots?
The HS code for zinc alloy ingots is subheading 7901.20. It sits in HS chapter 79 (zinc and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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