Food flavoring compound imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $183.7 million of food flavoring compound in 2024 (7.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 98% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $183.7M | 7.5K t |
| 2023 | $93.0M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $130.9M | 6.7K t |
| 2021 | $66.8M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $59.0M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $58.8M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $50.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $99.3M | 3.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports food flavoring compound from
Most of the value came from Ireland (36%), Germany (14%), Egypt (13%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+336% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $65.9M | 36% |
| Germany | $25.7M | 14% |
| Egypt | $24.7M | 14% |
| India | $21.1M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $9.9M | 5.4% |
| France | $5.9M | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $5.0M | 2.7% |
| United States | $4.6M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $3.4M | 1.9% |
| Switzerland | $3.4M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.47 per kg, close to the world average of $21.88.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Food flavoring compound exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $19.7 million of food flavoring compound in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Pakistan grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $14.1M | 72% |
| Egypt | $2.5M | 13% |
| Pakistan | $829K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $592K | 3% |
| Bahrain | $295K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $257K | 1.3% |
| Angola | $217K | 1.1% |
| Senegal | $196K | 1% |
| Nigeria | $109K | 0.6% |
| Zambia | $93K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates food flavoring compound imports (HS 3302.10): 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 3302.10: Odoriferous substances and mixtures: of a kind used in the food or drink industries.
Common questions
What is the value of food flavoring compound imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported food flavoring compound worth $183.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 218 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 98% on 2023.
Which countries supply food flavoring compound to the United Arab Emirates?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($65.9 million), followed by Germany (14%) and Egypt (13%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 336% on the year.
What is the average import price of food flavoring compound per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.47 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $21.88 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of food flavoring compound to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $99.3 million in 2017 to $183.7 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $92.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export food flavoring compound?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $19.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Pakistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $164.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for food flavoring compound?
The HS code for food flavoring compound is subheading 3302.10. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3302 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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