Body parts and accessories imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported body parts and accessories worth $798.4 million (109.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 77% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $798.4M | 109.5K t |
| 2023 | $450.5M | 44.2K t |
| 2022 | $334.9M | 36.5K t |
| 2021 | $287.7M | 28.9K t |
| 2020 | $251.6M | 23.6K t |
| 2019 | $262.4M | 30.5K t |
| 2018 | $239.7M | 22.1K t |
| 2017 | $214.6M | 26.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports body parts and accessories from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+256% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $412.9M | 52% |
| Australia | $91.1M | 11% |
| Japan | $45.4M | 5.7% |
| Germany | $36.5M | 4.6% |
| Taiwan | $34.9M | 4.4% |
| United States | $34.7M | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $27.6M | 3.5% |
| Bahrain | $25.1M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $19.8M | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $10.8M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.29 per kg, 22% below the world average of $9.33, 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.
Body parts and accessories exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of body parts and accessories by the United Arab Emirates reached $68.0 million in 2024 (9.5 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United States (26%), Kuwait (24%), Hong Kong (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $17.5M | 26% |
| Kuwait | $16.0M | 24% |
| Hong Kong | $4.8M | 7.1% |
| Egypt | $4.8M | 7% |
| Israel | $3.5M | 5.1% |
| Pakistan | $2.2M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 2.9% |
| Georgia | $1.8M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $1.2M | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates body parts and accessories imports (HS 8708.29): 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 8708.29: Vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts.
Common questions
What is the value of body parts and accessories imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported body parts and accessories worth $798.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 109.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 77% on 2023.
Which countries supply body parts and accessories to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($412.9 million), followed by Australia (11%) and Japan (6%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 69 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 256% on the year.
What is the average import price of body parts and accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.29 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $9.33 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of body parts and accessories to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $214.6 million in 2017 to $798.4 million in 2024, an increase of 272%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $355.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export body parts and accessories?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $68.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Kuwait and Hong Kong. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $730.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for body parts and accessories?
The HS code for body parts and accessories is subheading 8708.29. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8708 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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