Aluminium from the UAE
P1020 ingots, billets and foundry alloy from the UAE, one of the largest aluminium producers outside China.
About aluminium ingots and billets from the UAE
The UAE is one of the largest aluminium producers outside China, with large smelters in Abu Dhabi and Dubai producing primary ingot, extrusion billet and foundry alloy.
Material is shipped from Jebel Ali and Khalifa Port, with short transit times to the Gulf, the Indian subcontinent and East Africa, and regular services to Europe and Asia. Traders in the UAE also hold stock of other origins.
Typical specification
Indicative- P1020 ingot
- 99.7% Al minimum
- Billets
- 6000 series alloys, diameters as agreed
- Foundry alloy
- By alloy designation, as agreed
- Packing
- Bundles of about 1 tonne
- Shipment
- Containers or breakbulk
Typical specification for reference. The binding specification is the smelter or cast house certificate of analysis and the contract.
Shipping and logistics
- Container shipment from Jebel Ali or Khalifa Port
- Short transit times to the Gulf, India, Pakistan and East Africa
- FOB UAE port, CIF buyer port, or ex-warehouse in a UAE free zone
Documents supplied
Frequently asked questions
Is UAE aluminium LME registered?
Major UAE brands are LME registered. We confirm the brand and producer before any offer goes to a buyer.
Can I buy from stock in a UAE free zone?
Yes. Traders hold stock in free zones such as Jebel Ali, which allows fast delivery. We confirm the warehouse receipt and title first.
How is payment usually made?
By documentary letter of credit from a bank acceptable to the seller, with payment against shipping documents and the inspection certificate.