Air conditioning parts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported air conditioning parts worth $358.4 million (41.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $358.4M | 41.3K t |
| 2023 | $359.8M | 24.7K t |
| 2022 | $303.3M | 21.0K t |
| 2021 | $227.2M | 18.1K t |
| 2020 | $183.4M | 18.6K t |
| 2019 | $222.2M | 21.0K t |
| 2018 | $206.7M | 22.2K t |
| 2017 | $197.4M | 19.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports air conditioning parts from
Most of the value came from China (42%), South Korea (10%), Thailand (9%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $151.6M | 42% |
| South Korea | $34.3M | 9.6% |
| Thailand | $32.2M | 9% |
| India | $32.2M | 9% |
| United States | $25.0M | 7% |
| Malaysia | $13.0M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $7.6M | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $7.5M | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $6.9M | 1.9% |
| Japan | $6.5M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.67 per kg, close to the world average of $10.71.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Air conditioning parts exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported air conditioning parts worth $38.6 million (3.8 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (16%), Saudi Arabia (16%), Qatar (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Mauritania grew fastest (+820% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.1M | 16% |
| Saudi Arabia | $6.1M | 16% |
| Qatar | $5.9M | 15% |
| Egypt | $4.0M | 11% |
| Kuwait | $2.4M | 6.3% |
| Bahrain | $2.4M | 6.2% |
| Nigeria | $2.2M | 5.7% |
| Sweden | $1.6M | 4.2% |
| Canada | $797K | 2.1% |
| Mauritania | $720K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates air conditioning parts imports (HS 8415.90): 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 8415.90: Air conditioning machines: with motor driven fan and elements for temperature control, parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of air conditioning parts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported air conditioning parts worth $358.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply air conditioning parts to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($151.6 million), followed by South Korea (10%) and Thailand (9%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 148% on the year.
What is the average import price of air conditioning parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.67 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $10.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of air conditioning parts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $197.4 million in 2017 to $358.4 million in 2024, an increase of 82%. The peak was 2023 at $359.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $257.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export air conditioning parts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $38.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $319.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for air conditioning parts?
The HS code for air conditioning parts is subheading 8415.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8415 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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