Fixed oils (other species) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $6.9 million of fixed oils (other species) in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $28.7 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 | $6.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $6.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $8.0M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $11.4M | 9.8K t |
| 2020 | $19.3M | 19.8K t |
| 2019 | $17.8M | 14.5K t |
| 2018 | $20.0M | 17.1K t |
| 2017 | $28.7M | 18.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports fixed oils (other species) from
The largest suppliers were India (22%), Nigeria (19%), Spain (14%). Among the main suppliers, Morocco grew fastest (+224% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.5M | 22% |
| Nigeria | $1.3M | 19% |
| Spain | $960K | 14% |
| China | $768K | 11% |
| Italy | $596K | 8.6% |
| Netherlands | $410K | 5.9% |
| Morocco | $251K | 3.6% |
| United States | $223K | 3.2% |
| France | $151K | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $124K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.11 per kg, close to the world average of $2.70.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fixed oils (other species) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $6.3 million of fixed oils (other species) in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Malaysia (42%), Kuwait (24%), Saudi Arabia (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $2.6M | 42% |
| Kuwait | $1.6M | 25% |
| Saudi Arabia | $677K | 11% |
| Pakistan | $608K | 9.6% |
| Tanzania | $218K | 3.4% |
| Bahrain | $190K | 3% |
| United States | $102K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $60K | 1% |
| France | $50K | 0.8% |
| Maldives | $50K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates fixed oils (other species) imports (HS 1515.90): 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 1515.90: Vegetable fats and oils and their fractions: fixed, n.e.c. in heading no. 1515, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of fixed oils (other species) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported fixed oils (other species) worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply fixed oils (other species) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Nigeria (19%) and Spain (14%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 224% on the year.
What is the average import price of fixed oils (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.11 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $2.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fixed oils (other species) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.7 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, a fall of 76%. The peak was 2017 at $28.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export fixed oils (other species)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $6.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. That compares with imports of $6.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for fixed oils (other species)?
The HS code for fixed oils (other species) is subheading 1515.90. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1515 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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