Berries (raspberries and blackberries) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of berries (raspberries and blackberries) by the United Arab Emirates reached $21.3 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 32% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $31.2 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 | $21.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $31.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $27.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $26.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $22.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $24.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $22.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $8.0M | 845 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports berries (raspberries and blackberries) from
The largest suppliers were South Africa (25%), Portugal (24%), Morocco (17%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+112% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $5.2M | 25% |
| Portugal | $5.0M | 24% |
| Morocco | $3.7M | 17% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.0M | 9.5% |
| Mexico | $2.0M | 9.4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $546K | 2.6% |
| United States | $467K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $360K | 1.7% |
| Spain | $282K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.56 per kg, 43% above the world average of $8.10. 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.
Berries (raspberries and blackberries) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $232 thousand of berries (raspberries and blackberries) in 2024 (24 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Seychelles accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Uzbekistan grew fastest (+260% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Seychelles | $137K | 59% |
| Uzbekistan | $43K | 19% |
| Kuwait | $19K | 8.4% |
| Maldives | $18K | 7.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $14K | 5.8% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates berries (raspberries and blackberries) imports (HS 0810.20): 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 0810.20: Fruit, edible: raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, and loganberries, fresh.
Common questions
What is the value of berries (raspberries and blackberries) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported berries (raspberries and blackberries) worth $21.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 163 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply berries (raspberries and blackberries) to the United Arab Emirates?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Portugal (24%) and Morocco (17%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 112% on the year.
What is the average import price of berries (raspberries and blackberries) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.56 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $8.10 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of berries (raspberries and blackberries) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.0 million in 2017 to $21.3 million in 2024, an increase of 165%. The peak was 2023 at $31.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export berries (raspberries and blackberries)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $232 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Seychelles, Uzbekistan and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $21.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for berries (raspberries and blackberries)?
The HS code for berries (raspberries and blackberries) is subheading 0810.20. 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 0810 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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