Anise and caraway seeds imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported anise and caraway seeds worth $10.0 million (5.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 196 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 40% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $16.6 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 | $10.0M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $16.6M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $10.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $9.2M | 5.0K t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $6.7M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 1.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports anise and caraway seeds from
Most of the value came from India (40%), Egypt (31%), China (20%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.0M | 41% |
| Egypt | $3.1M | 31% |
| China | $2.0M | 20% |
| Pakistan | $773K | 7.8% |
| Netherlands | $18K | 0.2% |
| Madagascar | $3K | 0% |
| Kuwait | $3K | 0% |
| Sri Lanka | $2K | 0% |
| Thailand | $1K | 0% |
| South Africa | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.01 per kg, 30% below the world average of $2.86, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Anise and caraway seeds exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported anise and caraway seeds worth $924 thousand (309 tonnes). Most of it went to Qatar (33%), Kuwait (27%), Saudi Arabia (22%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+214% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $306K | 33% |
| Kuwait | $248K | 27% |
| Saudi Arabia | $199K | 22% |
| Bahrain | $43K | 4.7% |
| Italy | $26K | 2.8% |
| Maldives | $25K | 2.7% |
| Uganda | $15K | 1.7% |
| France | $14K | 1.6% |
| Kenya | $10K | 1.1% |
| Seychelles | $9K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates anise and caraway seeds imports (HS 0909.61): 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 0909.61: Spices: seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel: juniper berries, neither crushed nor ground.
Common questions
What is the value of anise and caraway seeds imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported anise and caraway seeds worth $10.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 196 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply anise and caraway seeds to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Egypt (31%) and China (20%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 105% on the year.
What is the average import price of anise and caraway seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.01 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $2.86 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of anise and caraway seeds to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $10.0 million in 2024, an increase of 324%. The peak was 2023 at $16.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export anise and caraway seeds?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $924 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $9.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for anise and caraway seeds?
The HS code for anise and caraway seeds is subheading 0909.61. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0909 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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