Zinc slag exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
The United Arab Emirates exported $14.6 million of zinc slag in 2024 (8.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $21.1 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 | $14.6M | 8.8K t |
| 2023 | $14.3M | 8.1K t |
| 2022 | $15.9M | 7.0K t |
| 2021 | $21.1M | 11.3K t |
| 2020 | $13.3M | 9.6K t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $11.5M | 8.3K t |
| 2017 | $9.3M | 7.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports zinc slag to
One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $10.9M | 74% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 12% |
| United States | $860K | 5.9% |
| South Korea | $394K | 2.7% |
| Taiwan | $372K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $256K | 1.8% |
| Greece | $123K | 0.8% |
| Australia | $26K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $12K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.66 per kg, 48% above the world average of $1.12. 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.
Zinc slag imports to the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported zinc slag worth $372 thousand (228 tonnes). Most of the value came from Kuwait (34%), United States (33%), Morocco (29%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $125K | 34% |
| United States | $123K | 33% |
| Morocco | $109K | 29% |
| Uganda | $15K | 4.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates zinc slag exports (HS 2620.19): 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 2620.19: Slag, ash and residues: (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly zinc, other than hard zinc spelter.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc slag exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported zinc slag worth $14.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 106 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy zinc slag from the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest buyer with 74% of the value ($10.9 million), followed by Italy (12%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 9 buyer countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 840% on the year.
What is the average export price of zinc slag per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.66 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $1.12 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of zinc slag from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.3 million in 2017 to $14.6 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. The peak was 2021 at $21.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import zinc slag?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $372 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Kuwait, the United States and Morocco. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $14.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc slag?
The HS code for zinc slag is subheading 2620.19. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2620 page.
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