Frozen vegetables (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of frozen vegetables (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $26.5 million in 2024 (11.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 155% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $26.5M | 11.9K t |
| 2023 | $10.4M | 6.5K t |
| 2022 | $10.9M | 6.2K t |
| 2021 | $9.9M | 6.3K t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 7.5K t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 6.9K t |
| 2018 | $9.6M | 7.7K t |
| 2017 | $14.2M | 12.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports frozen vegetables (other) from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (50%), Egypt (32%), Belgium (6%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+700% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $13.2M | 50% |
| Egypt | $8.6M | 32% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 5.5% |
| India | $1.1M | 4.3% |
| France | $516K | 2% |
| Ecuador | $284K | 1.1% |
| China | $281K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $278K | 1.1% |
| Pakistan | $247K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $139K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.22 per kg, 55% above the world average of $1.43. 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.
Frozen vegetables (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of frozen vegetables (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $216 thousand in 2024 (93 tonnes). Seychelles alone took 71% of it.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates frozen vegetables (other) imports (HS 0710.80): 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 0710.80: Vegetables: uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, n.e.c. in heading no. 0710, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen vegetables (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported frozen vegetables (other) worth $26.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 155% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen vegetables (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($13.2 million), followed by Egypt (32%) and Belgium (6%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 700% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen vegetables (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.22 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $1.43 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of frozen vegetables (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.2 million in 2017 to $26.5 million in 2024, an increase of 86%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export frozen vegetables (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $216 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Seychelles, Canada and Mauritius. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $26.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen vegetables (other)?
The HS code for frozen vegetables (other) is subheading 0710.80. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0710 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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