Fresh whole chickens imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fresh whole chickens by the United Arab Emirates reached $7.3 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 86% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $53.1 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 | $7.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $53.1M | 13.3K t |
| 2022 | $27.1M | 7.9K t |
| 2021 | $17.3M | 6.5K t |
| 2020 | $36.8M | 9.7K t |
| 2019 | $34.2M | 9.1K t |
| 2018 | $31.0M | 7.9K t |
| 2017 | $7.8M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports fresh whole chickens from
One supplier dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+253% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $4.1M | 56% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.7M | 37% |
| Spain | $443K | 6.1% |
| France | $71K | 1% |
| Mozambique | $30K | 0.4% |
| New Zealand | $18K | 0.2% |
| Ukraine | $0K | 0% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.80 per kg, 72% above the world average of $2.79. 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 whole chickens exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $425 thousand of fresh whole chickens in 2024 (314 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kuwait accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $301K | 71% |
| Central African Republic | $113K | 27% |
| Seychelles | $12K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates fresh whole chickens imports (HS 0207.11): 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 0207.11: Meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh whole chickens imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported fresh whole chickens worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 156 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 86% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh whole chickens to the United Arab Emirates?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (37%) and Spain (6%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 253% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh whole chickens per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.80 per kg in 2024, 72% above the world average of $2.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fresh whole chickens to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.8 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2023 at $53.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export fresh whole chickens?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $425 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, the Central African Republic and the Seychelles. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh whole chickens?
The HS code for fresh whole chickens is subheading 0207.11. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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