Cases and containers (leather, other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cases and containers (leather, other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $25.9 million in 2024 (125 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 30% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $44.9 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 | $25.9M | 125 t |
| 2023 | $36.8M | 623 t |
| 2022 | $44.9M | 584 t |
| 2021 | $42.1M | 519 t |
| 2020 | $33.6M | 351 t |
| 2019 | $36.0M | 471 t |
| 2018 | $25.6M | 623 t |
| 2017 | $12.1M | 298 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports cases and containers (leather, other) from
Most of the value came from France (40%), Italy (20%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+993% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $10.3M | 40% |
| Italy | $5.3M | 20% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 12% |
| Switzerland | $2.1M | 8.2% |
| China | $977K | 3.8% |
| United Kingdom | $620K | 2.4% |
| Singapore | $605K | 2.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $491K | 1.9% |
| Hong Kong | $443K | 1.7% |
| Spain | $335K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $207.48 per kg, 185% above the world average of $72.85. 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.
Cases and containers (leather, other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported cases and containers (leather, other) worth $1.0 million (99 tonnes). Italy alone took 59% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $593K | 59% |
| Netherlands | $154K | 15% |
| Qatar | $125K | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $21K | 2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $18K | 1.8% |
| Georgia | $16K | 1.6% |
| Ireland | $11K | 1.1% |
| Bahrain | $11K | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $8K | 0.7% |
| Japan | $6K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates cases and containers (leather, other) imports (HS 4202.91): 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 4202.91: Cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather.
Common questions
What is the value of cases and containers (leather, other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported cases and containers (leather, other) worth $25.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 125 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 212 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply cases and containers (leather, other) to the United Arab Emirates?
France was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($10.3 million), followed by Italy (20%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 993% on the year.
What is the average import price of cases and containers (leather, other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $207.48 per kg in 2024, 185% above the world average of $72.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cases and containers (leather, other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.1 million in 2017 to $25.9 million in 2024, an increase of 114%. The peak was 2022 at $44.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $32.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export cases and containers (leather, other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, the Netherlands and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $24.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cases and containers (leather, other)?
The HS code for cases and containers (leather, other) is subheading 4202.91. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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