Citrus juice imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported citrus juice worth $2.2 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 61% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $5.6 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 | $2.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $979K | 718 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 690 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports citrus juice from
Most of the value came from South Africa (42%), Egypt (30%), India (6%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+343% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $911K | 42% |
| Egypt | $646K | 30% |
| India | $126K | 5.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $93K | 4.3% |
| Philippines | $89K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $83K | 3.8% |
| Spain | $63K | 2.9% |
| United States | $61K | 2.8% |
| Pakistan | $29K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $22K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.70 per kg, close to the world average of $1.99.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Citrus juice exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of citrus juice by the United Arab Emirates reached $527 thousand in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mauritania accounted for 57% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mauritania | $300K | 57% |
| Maldives | $189K | 36% |
| Sri Lanka | $16K | 3.1% |
| Seychelles | $6K | 1.2% |
| France | $4K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $4K | 0.8% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 0.3% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1K | 0.2% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates citrus juice imports (HS 2009.39): 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 2009.39: Juice: of single citrus fruit (excluding orange or grapefruit), of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of citrus juice imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported citrus juice worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 61% on 2023.
Which countries supply citrus juice to the United Arab Emirates?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($911 thousand), followed by Egypt (30%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 343% on the year.
What is the average import price of citrus juice per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.70 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $1.99 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of citrus juice to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. The peak was 2023 at $5.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export citrus juice?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $527 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mauritania, the Maldives and Sri Lanka. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for citrus juice?
The HS code for citrus juice is subheading 2009.39. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2009 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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