Aircraft seats imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $77.3 million of aircraft seats in 2024 (261 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 167 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 23% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 45% 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 | $77.3M | 261 t |
| 2023 | $62.9M | 367 t |
| 2022 | $25.8M | 198 t |
| 2021 | $33.8M | 254 t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 116 t |
| 2019 | $12.4M | 228 t |
| 2018 | $15.8M | 134 t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 40 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports aircraft seats from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+837% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $41.3M | 53% |
| Germany | $25.7M | 33% |
| United Kingdom | $5.9M | 7.6% |
| Ireland | $2.7M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $402K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $341K | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | $300K | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $150K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $144K | 0.2% |
| Australia | $130K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $296.55 per kg, 44% above the world average of $205.53. 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.
Aircraft seats exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of aircraft seats by the United Arab Emirates reached $7.0 million in 2024 (43 tonnes). Most of it went to India (37%), Philippines (24%), United States (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.6M | 37% |
| Philippines | $1.6M | 24% |
| United States | $765K | 11% |
| Belgium | $610K | 8.8% |
| Lithuania | $264K | 3.8% |
| New Zealand | $237K | 3.4% |
| Hong Kong | $145K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $136K | 2% |
| Malta | $117K | 1.7% |
| France | $108K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates aircraft seats imports (HS 9401.10): 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 9401.10: Seats: of a kind used for aircraft.
Common questions
What is the value of aircraft seats imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported aircraft seats worth $77.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 261 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 167 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply aircraft seats to the United Arab Emirates?
France was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($41.3 million), followed by Germany (33%) and the United Kingdom (8%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 837% on the year.
What is the average import price of aircraft seats per kg?
The average declared import value was about $296.55 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $205.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aircraft seats to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $77.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $30.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export aircraft seats?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $7.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, the Philippines and the United States. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $70.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for aircraft seats?
The HS code for aircraft seats is subheading 9401.10. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9401 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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