Dried chili peppers imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $7.8 million of dried chili peppers in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). That is 43% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $13.6 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 | $7.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $13.6M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $12.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $9.9M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $12.0M | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $5.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 1.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports dried chili peppers from
India alone supplied 67% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.2M | 67% |
| Pakistan | $1.9M | 24% |
| Sri Lanka | $179K | 2.3% |
| China | $124K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $93K | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $45K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $44K | 0.6% |
| Egypt | $42K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $24K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $21K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.56 per kg, close to the world average of $2.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dried chili peppers exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported dried chili peppers worth $1.0 million (299 tonnes). Most of it went to Qatar (48%), Kuwait (14%), Bahrain (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $496K | 48% |
| Kuwait | $139K | 14% |
| Bahrain | $130K | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $60K | 5.8% |
| Malaysia | $51K | 4.9% |
| United States | $49K | 4.7% |
| Israel | $31K | 3% |
| Maldives | $27K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $17K | 1.7% |
| Seychelles | $13K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates dried chili peppers imports (HS 0904.21): 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 0904.21: Spices: fruits of the genus Capsicum or Pimenta, dried, neither crushed nor ground.
Common questions
What is the value of dried chili peppers imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported dried chili peppers worth $7.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried chili peppers to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Pakistan (24%) and Sri Lanka (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 758% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried chili peppers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.56 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.65 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of dried chili peppers to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $7.8 million in 2024, an increase of 213%. The peak was 2023 at $13.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export dried chili peppers?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried chili peppers?
The HS code for dried chili peppers is subheading 0904.21. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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