Ethylene glycol imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $20.6 million of ethylene glycol in 2024 (34.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 25% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $34.7 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 | $20.6M | 34.5K t |
| 2023 | $27.6M | 53.4K t |
| 2022 | $34.7M | 82.4K t |
| 2021 | $27.2M | 50.6K t |
| 2020 | $30.1M | 89.5K t |
| 2019 | $30.1M | 85.0K t |
| 2018 | $23.2M | 23.7K t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 8.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports ethylene glycol from
Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (50%), Kuwait (49%), India (0%). Among the main suppliers, Kuwait grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $10.3M | 50% |
| Kuwait | $10.2M | 50% |
| India | $56K | 0.3% |
| United States | $37K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $34K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $7K | 0% |
| South Africa | $6K | 0% |
| Belgium | $6K | 0% |
| France | $5K | 0% |
| Spain | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.60 per kg, close to the world average of $0.56.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ethylene glycol exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $13.9 million of ethylene glycol in 2024 (24.8 thousand tonnes). China alone took 65% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.0M | 65% |
| Egypt | $2.4M | 17% |
| Mauritania | $410K | 2.9% |
| Uganda | $404K | 2.9% |
| Tanzania | $379K | 2.7% |
| India | $338K | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $308K | 2.2% |
| Pakistan | $246K | 1.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $155K | 1.1% |
| Nigeria | $80K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates ethylene glycol imports (HS 2905.31): 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 2905.31: Alcohols: acyclic, diols: ethylene glycol (ethanediol).
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene glycol imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported ethylene glycol worth $20.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 179 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene glycol to the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($10.3 million), followed by Kuwait (49%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 341% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene glycol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.60 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $0.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ethylene glycol to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $20.6 million in 2024, an increase of 345%. The peak was 2022 at $34.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export ethylene glycol?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $13.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Egypt and Mauritania. 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 ethylene glycol?
The HS code for ethylene glycol is subheading 2905.31. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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