Diesel engine parts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported diesel engine parts worth $541.6 million (25.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $541.6M | 25.0K t |
| 2023 | $536.8M | 28.6K t |
| 2022 | $483.1M | 25.4K t |
| 2021 | $362.0M | 21.1K t |
| 2020 | $340.5M | 17.1K t |
| 2019 | $328.8M | 16.3K t |
| 2018 | $297.7M | 16.0K t |
| 2017 | $332.0M | 17.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports diesel engine parts from
Most of the value came from South Korea (15%), Japan (13%), China (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 40%. Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $81.1M | 15% |
| Japan | $67.9M | 13% |
| China | $67.2M | 12% |
| Germany | $63.7M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $58.0M | 11% |
| United States | $52.0M | 9.6% |
| India | $29.0M | 5.4% |
| Singapore | $17.2M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $12.6M | 2.3% |
| Italy | $12.0M | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.69 per kg, 73% above the world average of $12.57. 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.
Diesel engine parts exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported diesel engine parts worth $24.2 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (12%), China (11%), Seychelles (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+343% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 12% |
| China | $2.6M | 11% |
| Seychelles | $2.6M | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.2M | 4.8% |
| Kuwait | $1.2M | 4.8% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 4.3% |
| Spain | $911K | 3.8% |
| Angola | $881K | 3.6% |
| Uzbekistan | $860K | 3.6% |
| India | $686K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates diesel engine parts imports (HS 8409.99): 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 8409.99: Engines: parts for internal combustion piston engines (excluding spark-ignition).
Common questions
What is the value of diesel engine parts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported diesel engine parts worth $541.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 226 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply diesel engine parts to the United Arab Emirates?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 15% of the value ($81.1 million), followed by Japan (13%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 40%, out of 77 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 154% on the year.
What is the average import price of diesel engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.69 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $12.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of diesel engine parts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $332.0 million in 2017 to $541.6 million in 2024, an increase of 63%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $402.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export diesel engine parts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $24.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, China and the Seychelles. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $517.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for diesel engine parts?
The HS code for diesel engine parts is subheading 8409.99. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8409 page.
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