Fresh mutton carcasses imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fresh mutton carcasses by the United Arab Emirates reached $72.7 million in 2024 (10.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 104 countries. Value fell 13% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $98.2 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 | $72.7M | 10.2K t |
| 2023 | $83.6M | 10.8K t |
| 2022 | $85.3M | 11.1K t |
| 2021 | $81.8M | 10.5K t |
| 2020 | $69.4M | 9.3K t |
| 2019 | $96.2M | 13.4K t |
| 2018 | $98.2M | 14.4K t |
| 2017 | $73.1M | 12.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports fresh mutton carcasses from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $52.3M | 72% |
| Kazakhstan | $7.4M | 10% |
| Kenya | $5.4M | 7.4% |
| Australia | $3.1M | 4.3% |
| South Africa | $2.3M | 3.2% |
| Tanzania | $1.9M | 2.6% |
| Portugal | $105K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $98K | 0.1% |
| Georgia | $62K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $7K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.15 per kg, close to the world average of $6.44.
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 mutton carcasses imports (HS 0204.21): 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 0204.21: Meat: of sheep, carcasses and half-carcasses (excluding carcasses and half-carcasses of lamb), fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh mutton carcasses imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported fresh mutton carcasses worth $72.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 104 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh mutton carcasses to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($52.3 million), followed by Kazakhstan (10%) and Kenya (7%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 117% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh mutton carcasses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.15 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $6.44 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 mutton carcasses to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $73.1 million in 2017 to $72.7 million in 2024, a fall of 0%. The peak was 2018 at $98.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $82.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh mutton carcasses?
The HS code for fresh mutton carcasses is subheading 0204.21. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0204 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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