Air-zinc batteries imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $3.5 million of air-zinc batteries in 2024 (59 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 25% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $7.7 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 | $3.5M | 59 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 91 t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 97 t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 166 t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 401 t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 856 t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 40 t |
| 2017 | $532K | 3 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports air-zinc batteries from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.9M | 82% |
| China | $330K | 9.5% |
| United Kingdom | $117K | 3.4% |
| Switzerland | $116K | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $13K | 0.4% |
| Austria | $11K | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $10K | 0.3% |
| Denmark | $8K | 0.2% |
| Tunisia | $6K | 0.2% |
| Norway | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $59.04 per kg, 158% above the world average of $22.89. 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.
Air-zinc batteries exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $656 thousand of air-zinc batteries in 2024 (48 tonnes). Canada alone took 85% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+183% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $555K | 85% |
| Hong Kong | $72K | 11% |
| Angola | $16K | 2.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $5K | 0.7% |
| Seychelles | $4K | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2K | 0.2% |
| France | $1K | 0.2% |
| Indonesia | $1K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates air-zinc batteries imports (HS 8506.60): 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 8506.60: Cells and batteries: primary, air-zinc.
Common questions
What is the value of air-zinc batteries imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported air-zinc batteries worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 59 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 164 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply air-zinc batteries to the United Arab Emirates?
Germany was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by China (9%) and the United Kingdom (3%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 408% on the year.
What is the average import price of air-zinc batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $59.04 per kg in 2024, 158% above the world average of $22.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of air-zinc batteries to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $532 thousand in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 556%. The peak was 2021 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export air-zinc batteries?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $656 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Hong Kong and Angola. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for air-zinc batteries?
The HS code for air-zinc batteries is subheading 8506.60. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8506 page.
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