Aromatic hydrocarbons imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aromatic hydrocarbons by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.47 billion in 2024 (1.65 million tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 155 countries. Value rose 164% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $1.47B | 1.65M t |
| 2023 | $557.2M | 412.4K t |
| 2022 | $853.6M | 871.9K t |
| 2021 | $339.5M | 488.0K t |
| 2020 | $224.3M | 506.2K t |
| 2019 | $117.9M | 262.5K t |
| 2018 | $145.0M | 334.7K t |
| 2017 | $350.7M | 742.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports aromatic hydrocarbons from
India alone supplied 98% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+223% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.45B | 98% |
| Taiwan | $10.0M | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $8.8M | 0.6% |
| Singapore | $3.7M | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $3.7M | 0.3% |
| United States | $339K | 0% |
| Tunisia | $52K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $33K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $28K | 0% |
| Belgium | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.90 per kg, close to the world average of $0.88.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aromatic hydrocarbons exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $20.9 million of aromatic hydrocarbons in 2024 (25.2 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (47%), Uzbekistan (20%), India (20%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+328% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates aromatic hydrocarbons imports (HS 2707.50): 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 2707.50: Aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707, of which 65% or more by volume (including losses) distils at 250 degrees Celsius by the ISO 3405 method (equivalent to the ASTM D 86 method).
Common questions
What is the value of aromatic hydrocarbons imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported aromatic hydrocarbons worth $1.47 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.65 million tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 155 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 164% on 2023.
Which countries supply aromatic hydrocarbons to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($1.45 billion), followed by Taiwan (1%) and Thailand (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 223% on the year.
What is the average import price of aromatic hydrocarbons per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.90 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.88 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of aromatic hydrocarbons to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $350.7 million in 2017 to $1.47 billion in 2024, an increase of 320%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $507.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export aromatic hydrocarbons?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $20.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $1.45 billion a year.
What is the HS code for aromatic hydrocarbons?
The HS code for aromatic hydrocarbons is subheading 2707.50. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2707 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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