Zirconium ore imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $7.0 million of zirconium ore in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 40% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $17.0 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 | $7.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $11.6M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $8.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $6.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $17.0M | 9.3K t |
| 2017 | $9.7M | 3.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports zirconium ore from
One supplier dominates: Indonesia accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+134% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $4.1M | 59% |
| Malaysia | $499K | 7.2% |
| Australia | $461K | 6.6% |
| Bulgaria | $435K | 6.2% |
| Spain | $337K | 4.8% |
| South Africa | $255K | 3.7% |
| Italy | $234K | 3.3% |
| Egypt | $218K | 3.1% |
| Kenya | $187K | 2.7% |
| India | $101K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.98 per kg, 77% 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.
Zirconium ore exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $1.7 million of zirconium ore in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to China (50%), India (39%), France (6%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $846K | 50% |
| India | $660K | 39% |
| France | $110K | 6.5% |
| Italy | $53K | 3.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $27K | 1.6% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates zirconium ore imports (HS 2615.10): 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 2615.10: Zirconium ores and concentrates.
Common questions
What is the value of zirconium ore imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported zirconium ore worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 107 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply zirconium ore to the United Arab Emirates?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Malaysia (7%) and Australia (7%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 134% on the year.
What is the average import price of zirconium ore per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.98 per kg in 2024, 77% 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 imports of zirconium ore to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.7 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, a fall of 28%. The peak was 2018 at $17.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export zirconium ore?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, India and France. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for zirconium ore?
The HS code for zirconium ore is subheading 2615.10. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2615 page.
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