Fresh flatfish (other species) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $8.7 million of fresh flatfish (other species) in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 118 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 473% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 142% 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 | $8.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.5M | 256 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 690 t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $290K | 116 t |
| 2018 | $271K | 111 t |
| 2017 | $18K | 1 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports fresh flatfish (other species) from
One supplier dominates: Pakistan accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $6.0M | 69% |
| Egypt | $2.6M | 30% |
| Saudi Arabia | $109K | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 0.3% |
| India | $12K | 0.1% |
| France | $4K | 0% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.88 per kg, close to the world average of $5.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates fresh flatfish (other species) imports (HS 0302.29): 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 0302.29: Fish: fresh or chilled, flat fish, n.e.c. in item no. 0302.2, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh flatfish (other species) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported fresh flatfish (other species) worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 118 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 473% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh flatfish (other species) to the United Arab Emirates?
Pakistan was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by Egypt (29%) and Saudi Arabia (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 121% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh flatfish (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.88 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $5.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fresh flatfish (other species) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18 thousand in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh flatfish (other species)?
The HS code for fresh flatfish (other species) is subheading 0302.29. 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 0302 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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