Zinc-coated steel netting imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported zinc-coated steel netting worth $6.8 million (5.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 116% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $6.8M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 896 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 1.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports zinc-coated steel netting from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.9M | 72% |
| China | $1.0M | 15% |
| South Africa | $555K | 8.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $292K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $41K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $12K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $10K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $8K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.28 per kg, 26% below the world average of $1.74, 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.
Zinc-coated steel netting exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of zinc-coated steel netting by the United Arab Emirates reached $855 thousand in 2024 (654 tonnes). Most of it went to Portugal (28%), India (23%), Spain (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+538% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $240K | 28% |
| India | $193K | 23% |
| Spain | $120K | 14% |
| Angola | $96K | 11% |
| Uganda | $96K | 11% |
| France | $62K | 7.3% |
| Seychelles | $16K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $10K | 1.2% |
| Mozambique | $8K | 0.9% |
| Tanzania | $6K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates zinc-coated steel netting imports (HS 7314.41): 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 7314.41: Iron or steel wire: grill, netting and fencing, plated or coated with zinc.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc-coated steel netting imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported zinc-coated steel netting worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 116% on 2023.
Which countries supply zinc-coated steel netting to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by China (15%) and South Africa (8%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 509% on the year.
What is the average import price of zinc-coated steel netting per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.28 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $1.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of zinc-coated steel netting to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, an increase of 348%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export zinc-coated steel netting?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $855 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Portugal, India and Spain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc-coated steel netting?
The HS code for zinc-coated steel netting is subheading 7314.41. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7314 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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