Fishing equipment imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported fishing equipment worth $3.7 million (371 tonnes). Value fell 25% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.7 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 | $3.7M | 371 t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 177 t |
| 2022 | $5.2M | 201 t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 160 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 117 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 203 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 171 t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 447 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports fishing equipment from
China alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+208% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.3M | 64% |
| Japan | $209K | 5.7% |
| Australia | $136K | 3.7% |
| South Korea | $131K | 3.6% |
| Singapore | $126K | 3.4% |
| South Africa | $108K | 3% |
| United States | $96K | 2.6% |
| Estonia | $88K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $76K | 2.1% |
| Taiwan | $63K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.85 per kg, 44% below the world average of $17.68, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fishing equipment exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $723 thousand of fishing equipment in 2024 (78 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Senegal accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Seychelles grew fastest (+458% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $395K | 55% |
| Seychelles | $156K | 22% |
| Kuwait | $22K | 3.1% |
| Maldives | $21K | 2.9% |
| Gambia | $19K | 2.6% |
| Greece | $15K | 2% |
| United States | $14K | 1.9% |
| India | $13K | 1.8% |
| Cyprus | $10K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $9K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates fishing equipment imports (HS 9507.90): 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 9507.90: Fishing tackle n.e.c., butterfly nets, decoy birds (other than those of heading no. 9208 or 9705) and similar hunting or shooting requisites.
Common questions
What is the value of fishing equipment imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported fishing equipment worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 371 tonnes. That ranks it 51st of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply fishing equipment to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Japan (6%) and Australia (4%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 358% on the year.
What is the average import price of fishing equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.85 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $17.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fishing equipment to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2021 at $5.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export fishing equipment?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $723 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, the Seychelles and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for fishing equipment?
The HS code for fishing equipment is subheading 9507.90. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9507 page.
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