Fresh trout imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fresh trout by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.4 million in 2024 (274 tonnes). That is 43% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $2.4M | 274 t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 827 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 263 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 190 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 325 t |
| 2019 | $912K | 202 t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 231 t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 165 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports fresh trout from
Norway alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+266% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $1.8M | 75% |
| United Kingdom | $520K | 21% |
| Turkey | $45K | 1.8% |
| France | $21K | 0.9% |
| Armenia | $18K | 0.8% |
| Colombia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $1K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.91 per kg, 26% above the world average of $7.06. 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 trout exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported fresh trout worth $2.3 million (269 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.3M | 100% |
| Maldives | $1K | 0.1% |
| Israel | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates fresh trout imports (HS 0302.11): 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 0302.11: Fish: fresh or chilled, trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus aguabonita, Oncorhynchus gilae, Oncorhynchus apache and Oncorhynchus chrysogaster), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of 0302.9.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh trout imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported fresh trout worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 274 tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 116 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh trout to the United Arab Emirates?
Norway was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by the United Kingdom (21%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 266% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh trout per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.91 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $7.06 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 trout to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 133%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export fresh trout?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the Maldives and Israel. That compares with imports of $2.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for fresh trout?
The HS code for fresh trout is subheading 0302.11. 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?
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