Amino acids (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported amino acids (other) worth $15.8 million (4.4 thousand tonnes). That is 33% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $15.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $11.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $9.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $10.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $6.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 1.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports amino acids (other) from
China alone supplied 67% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+191% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.6M | 68% |
| India | $2.8M | 18% |
| France | $650K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $405K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $237K | 1.5% |
| United States | $174K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $153K | 1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $138K | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $135K | 0.9% |
| Poland | $111K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.59 per kg, close to the world average of $4.33.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Amino acids (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported amino acids (other) worth $334 thousand (136 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+107% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $220K | 66% |
| Zimbabwe | $61K | 18% |
| Kuwait | $20K | 6% |
| Kenya | $15K | 4.5% |
| India | $8K | 2.5% |
| Hong Kong | $6K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.8% |
| Uzbekistan | $1K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates amino acids (other) imports (HS 2922.49): 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 2922.49: Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, their esters: salts thereof, excluding lysine, glutamic acid, anthranalic acid and tilidine, their esters and salts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of amino acids (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported amino acids (other) worth $15.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 188 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply amino acids (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($10.6 million), followed by India (18%) and France (4%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 277% on the year.
What is the average import price of amino acids (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.59 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $4.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of amino acids (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $15.8 million in 2024, an increase of 108%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export amino acids (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $334 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Zimbabwe and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $15.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for amino acids (other)?
The HS code for amino acids (other) is subheading 2922.49. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2922 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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