Prepared meat (other species) imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported prepared meat (other species) worth $7.1 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 488% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 47% 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 | $7.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 188 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 643 t |
| 2021 | $752K | 148 t |
| 2020 | $768K | 174 t |
| 2019 | $484K | 85 t |
| 2018 | $495K | 117 t |
| 2017 | $478K | 112 t |
Where Qatar imports prepared meat (other species) from
United Arab Emirates alone supplied 87% of it. Among the main suppliers, Philippines grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $6.2M | 87% |
| Philippines | $654K | 9.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $86K | 1.2% |
| Kuwait | $69K | 1% |
| Lebanon | $52K | 0.7% |
| Brazil | $23K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $21K | 0.3% |
| France | $2K | 0% |
| Finland | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.83 per kg, close to the world average of $3.86.
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 prepared meat (other species) imports (HS 1602.90): 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 1602.90: Meat preparations: of meat, meat offal or the blood of any animal, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared meat (other species) imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported prepared meat (other species) worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 202 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 488% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared meat (other species) to Qatar?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by the Philippines (9%) and Saudi Arabia (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. The Philippines grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared meat (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.83 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of prepared meat (other species) to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $478 thousand in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared meat (other species)?
The HS code for prepared meat (other species) is subheading 1602.90. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1602 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Qatar. Tell us your product to see it live.
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