Antimalarial medicines (packaged) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of antimalarial medicines (packaged) by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.2 million in 2024 (54 tonnes). Value fell 38% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $3.6 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 | $2.2M | 54 t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 109 t |
| 2022 | $999K | 26 t |
| 2021 | $910K | 38 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 19 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 6 t |
| 2018 | $513K | 5 t |
| 2017 | $919K | 20 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports antimalarial medicines (packaged) from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+297% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.9M | 83% |
| China | $142K | 6.3% |
| United Kingdom | $100K | 4.4% |
| United States | $99K | 4.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $40K | 1.8% |
| Australia | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $41.88 per kg, 63% above the world average of $25.73. 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.
Antimalarial medicines (packaged) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $221 thousand of antimalarial medicines (packaged) in 2024 (42 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Angola accounted for 95% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $210K | 95% |
| Burkina Faso | $5K | 2.1% |
| Mozambique | $5K | 2% |
| Nigeria | $2K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates antimalarial medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.60): 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 3004.60: Medicaments: containing antimalarial active principles described in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of antimalarial medicines (packaged) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported antimalarial medicines (packaged) worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 54 tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 174 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply antimalarial medicines (packaged) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by China (6%) and the United Kingdom (4%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 297% on the year.
What is the average import price of antimalarial medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $41.88 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $25.73 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of antimalarial medicines (packaged) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $919 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 145%. The peak was 2023 at $3.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export antimalarial medicines (packaged)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $221 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, Burkina Faso and Mozambique. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for antimalarial medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for antimalarial medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.60. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3004 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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