First aid kits imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported first aid kits worth $6.7 million (499 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 26% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $10.3 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 | $6.7M | 499 t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 252 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 172 t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 153 t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 131 t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 115 t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 190 t |
| 2017 | $10.3M | 326 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports first aid kits from
Most of the value came from China (41%), United States (38%), Turkey (8%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.8M | 41% |
| United States | $2.6M | 38% |
| Turkey | $513K | 7.6% |
| United Kingdom | $406K | 6.1% |
| India | $159K | 2.4% |
| France | $118K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $115K | 1.7% |
| Thailand | $41K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $8K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $8K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.47 per kg, 27% above the world average of $10.62. 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.
First aid kits exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of first aid kits by the United Arab Emirates reached $239 thousand in 2024 (20 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Nigeria accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+255% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $164K | 69% |
| Netherlands | $25K | 10% |
| Seychelles | $23K | 9.6% |
| China | $5K | 2.2% |
| France | $4K | 1.6% |
| Angola | $4K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $3K | 1.3% |
| Tanzania | $2K | 0.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2K | 0.7% |
| Gambia | $2K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates first aid kits imports (HS 3006.50): 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 3006.50: Pharmaceutical goods: first aid boxes and kits.
Common questions
What is the value of first aid kits imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported first aid kits worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 499 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 217 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply first aid kits to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by the United States (38%) and Turkey (8%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average import price of first aid kits per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.47 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $10.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of first aid kits to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.3 million in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024, a fall of 35%. The peak was 2017 at $10.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export first aid kits?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $239 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, the Netherlands and the Seychelles. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for first aid kits?
The HS code for first aid kits is subheading 3006.50. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3006 page.
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