Areca nuts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of areca nuts by the United Arab Emirates reached $8.0 million in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 100 countries for imports of this product. That is 60% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $32.7 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 | $8.0M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $20.0M | 10.0K t |
| 2022 | $32.7M | 9.5K t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $13.0M | 10.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 588 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports areca nuts from
The largest suppliers were India (40%), Indonesia (37%), Malaysia (12%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.2M | 40% |
| Indonesia | $2.9M | 37% |
| Malaysia | $939K | 12% |
| Thailand | $405K | 5.1% |
| Myanmar | $199K | 2.5% |
| Singapore | $179K | 2.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $128K | 1.6% |
| Pakistan | $26K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.09 per kg, close to the world average of $1.26.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Areca nuts exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported areca nuts worth $507 thousand (242 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 52% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $262K | 52% |
| Malaysia | $242K | 48% |
| Australia | $4K | 0.8% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
| Maldives | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates areca nuts imports (HS 0802.80): 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 0802.80: Nuts, edible: areca nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled.
Common questions
What is the value of areca nuts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported areca nuts worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 100 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply areca nuts to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Indonesia (37%) and Malaysia (12%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 11% on the year.
What is the average import price of areca nuts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.09 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $1.26 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of areca nuts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, an increase of 307%. The peak was 2022 at $32.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export areca nuts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $507 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Malaysia and Australia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for areca nuts?
The HS code for areca nuts is subheading 0802.80. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0802 page.
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