Caviar imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported caviar worth $9.1 million (23 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 135 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 14% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $9.1M | 23 t |
| 2023 | $10.6M | 65 t |
| 2022 | $8.2M | 53 t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 31 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 15 t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 26 t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 24 t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 14 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports caviar from
The largest suppliers were China (39%), Poland (30%), Italy (11%). Among the main suppliers, Azerbaijan grew fastest (+329% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 39% |
| Poland | $2.8M | 30% |
| Italy | $996K | 11% |
| France | $617K | 6.8% |
| Azerbaijan | $544K | 6% |
| Germany | $199K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $130K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $105K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $69K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $65K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $399.35 per kg, 123% above the world average of $179.19. 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.
Caviar exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $749 thousand of caviar in 2024 (6 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Maldives accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Seychelles grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Maldives | $492K | 66% |
| Hong Kong | $83K | 11% |
| Australia | $56K | 7.4% |
| United Kingdom | $36K | 4.8% |
| Seychelles | $32K | 4.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $27K | 3.6% |
| Portugal | $12K | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $5K | 0.7% |
| Kuwait | $5K | 0.7% |
| Kazakhstan | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates caviar imports (HS 1604.31): 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 1604.31: Fish preparations: caviar.
Common questions
What is the value of caviar imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported caviar worth $9.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 135 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply caviar to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Poland (30%) and Italy (11%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 353% on the year.
What is the average import price of caviar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $399.35 per kg in 2024, 123% above the world average of $179.19 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of caviar to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $9.1 million in 2024, an increase of 161%. The peak was 2023 at $10.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export caviar?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $749 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Maldives, Hong Kong and Australia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for caviar?
The HS code for caviar is subheading 1604.31. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1604 page.
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