Fresh chicken eggs imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported fresh chicken eggs worth $142.2 million (108.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 182 countries for imports of this product. That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $142.2M | 108.0K t |
| 2023 | $151.1M | 111.3K t |
| 2022 | $139.0M | 106.7K t |
| 2021 | $107.8M | 95.5K t |
| 2020 | $87.0M | 91.8K t |
| 2019 | $81.3M | 93.5K t |
| 2018 | $75.9M | 81.0K t |
| 2017 | $33.3M | 25.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports fresh chicken eggs from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+485% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $108.3M | 76% |
| India | $13.3M | 9.3% |
| Pakistan | $9.0M | 6.4% |
| Brazil | $2.7M | 1.9% |
| Azerbaijan | $2.6M | 1.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.1M | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $1.7M | 1.2% |
| Ukraine | $747K | 0.5% |
| Kuwait | $566K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $434K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.32 per kg, 20% below the world average of $1.66, 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.
Fresh chicken eggs exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of fresh chicken eggs by the United Arab Emirates reached $5.5 million in 2024 (22.5 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Israel (45%), Bahrain (35%), Kuwait (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Gambia grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates fresh chicken eggs imports (HS 0407.21): 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 0407.21: Birds' eggs, in shell: fresh, not for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens).
Common questions
What is the value of fresh chicken eggs imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported fresh chicken eggs worth $142.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 108.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 182 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh chicken eggs to the United Arab Emirates?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($108.3 million), followed by India (9%) and Pakistan (6%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 485% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh chicken eggs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.32 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $1.66 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fresh chicken eggs to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $33.3 million in 2017 to $142.2 million in 2024, an increase of 327%. The peak was 2023 at $151.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $102.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export fresh chicken eggs?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, Bahrain and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $136.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh chicken eggs?
The HS code for fresh chicken eggs is subheading 0407.21. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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