Fresh fish fillets (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fresh fish fillets (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $3.8 million in 2024 (209 tonnes). That is 25% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $3.8M | 209 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 322 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 99 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 164 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 228 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 301 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 230 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 152 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports fresh fish fillets (other) from
Most of the value came from Spain (32%), Turkey (24%), Japan (22%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+232% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.2M | 32% |
| Turkey | $897K | 24% |
| Japan | $829K | 22% |
| Sri Lanka | $374K | 9.9% |
| United Kingdom | $227K | 6% |
| Maldives | $130K | 3.4% |
| Seychelles | $77K | 2.1% |
| New Zealand | $14K | 0.4% |
| India | $14K | 0.4% |
| France | $6K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.06 per kg, 44% above the world average of $12.56. 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.
Fresh fish fillets (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of fresh fish fillets (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $304 thousand in 2024 (24 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kuwait accounted for 57% of the value.
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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 0304.49: Fish fillets: fresh or chilled, other than fish of heading 0304.4.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh fish fillets (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported fresh fish fillets (other) worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 209 tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 155 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh fish fillets (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
Spain was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Turkey (24%) and Japan (22%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 232% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh fish fillets (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.06 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $12.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fresh fish fillets (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 147%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export fresh fish fillets (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $304 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, the Maldives and Bahrain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh fish fillets (other)?
The HS code for fresh fish fillets (other) is subheading 0304.49. It sits in HS chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0304 page.
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