Butyric and valeric acids imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $13.1 million of butyric and valeric acids in 2024 (7.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 17% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $25.0 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 | $13.1M | 7.9K t |
| 2023 | $15.8M | 9.5K t |
| 2022 | $25.0M | 10.5K t |
| 2021 | $17.6M | 12.0K t |
| 2020 | $11.5M | 10.6K t |
| 2019 | $11.1M | 9.4K t |
| 2018 | $11.3M | 8.8K t |
| 2017 | $7.0M | 5.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports butyric and valeric acids from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 71% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.3M | 71% |
| China | $2.4M | 18% |
| India | $437K | 3.3% |
| Belgium | $311K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $273K | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $184K | 1.4% |
| Japan | $113K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $44K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $39K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $29K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.67 per kg, 29% below the world average of $2.34, 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.
Butyric and valeric acids exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of butyric and valeric acids by the United Arab Emirates reached $368 thousand in 2024 (193 tonnes). Most of it went to Uganda (25%), Nigeria (19%), Italy (17%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uganda | $92K | 25% |
| Nigeria | $70K | 19% |
| Italy | $61K | 17% |
| Tanzania | $35K | 9.6% |
| Kenya | $32K | 8.6% |
| United States | $25K | 6.9% |
| Zimbabwe | $23K | 6.3% |
| Zambia | $22K | 5.9% |
| Benin | $4K | 1.2% |
| Ireland | $2K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates butyric and valeric acids imports (HS 2915.60): 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 2915.60: Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: butanoic acids, pentanoic acids, their salts and esters.
Common questions
What is the value of butyric and valeric acids imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported butyric and valeric acids worth $13.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 168 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply butyric and valeric acids to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($9.3 million), followed by China (18%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 585% on the year.
What is the average import price of butyric and valeric acids per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.67 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $2.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of butyric and valeric acids to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.0 million in 2017 to $13.1 million in 2024, an increase of 86%. The peak was 2022 at $25.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export butyric and valeric acids?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $368 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uganda, Nigeria and Italy. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $12.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for butyric and valeric acids?
The HS code for butyric and valeric acids is subheading 2915.60. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2915 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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