Corn seed exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
The United Arab Emirates exported $35.0 million of corn seed in 2024 (123 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 2082% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 59% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $35.0M | 123 t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $1.0M | 343 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 485 t |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $284.72 per kg, 22144% above the world average of $1.28. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates corn seed exports (HS 1005.10): 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 1005.10: Cereals: maize (corn), seed.
Common questions
What is the value of corn seed exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported corn seed worth $35.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 123 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 121 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports.
Which countries buy corn seed from the United Arab Emirates?
Nigeria was the largest buyer with 100% of the value ($35.0 million), followed by the Seychelles (0%) and Kuwait (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of corn seed per kg?
The average declared export value was about $284.72 per kg in 2024, 22144% above the world average of $1.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of corn seed from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $35.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for corn seed?
The HS code for corn seed is subheading 1005.10. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1005 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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