Fermented milk products imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fermented milk products by Qatar reached $6.5 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That is 88% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $6.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 769 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 859 t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 807 t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 738 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 2.1K t |
Where Qatar imports fermented milk products from
Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (36%), Turkey (15%), New Zealand (10%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+778% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.3M | 36% |
| Turkey | $983K | 15% |
| New Zealand | $652K | 10% |
| United Arab Emirates | $586K | 9.1% |
| Bahrain | $558K | 8.7% |
| France | $490K | 7.6% |
| Jordan | $294K | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $160K | 2.5% |
| Hungary | $85K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $82K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.97 per kg, 127% above the world average of $1.75. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar fermented milk products imports (HS 0403.90): 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 0403.90: Dairy produce: buttermilk, curdled milk or cream, kephir, fermented or acidified milk or cream, whether or not concentrated or containing added sweetening, flavouring, fruit or cocoa (excluding yoghurt).
Common questions
What is the value of fermented milk products imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported fermented milk products worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 59th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 88% on 2023.
Which countries supply fermented milk products to Qatar?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Turkey (15%) and New Zealand (10%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 778% on the year.
What is the average import price of fermented milk products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.97 per kg in 2024, 127% above the world average of $1.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fermented milk products to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024, an increase of 160%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for fermented milk products?
The HS code for fermented milk products is subheading 0403.90. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0403 page.
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