General cargo trailers exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported general cargo trailers worth $67.6 million (11.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 25% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $90.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $67.6M | 11.8K t |
| 2023 | $90.1M | 25.1K t |
| 2022 | $76.7M | 21.7K t |
| 2021 | $67.1M | 30.9K t |
| 2020 | $82.1M | 38.4K t |
| 2019 | $70.5M | 34.1K t |
| 2018 | $78.8M | 33.6K t |
| 2017 | $14.0M | 6.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports general cargo trailers to
One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 87% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+83% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $59.0M | 87% |
| Qatar | $1.8M | 2.7% |
| Senegal | $1.8M | 2.7% |
| Kuwait | $1.2M | 1.8% |
| Bahrain | $765K | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $624K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $504K | 0.8% |
| Tanzania | $498K | 0.7% |
| Argentina | $287K | 0.4% |
| Seychelles | $255K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.74 per kg, 48% above the world average of $3.89. 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.
General cargo trailers imports to the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates imported $37.8 million of general cargo trailers in 2024 (22.4 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from United States (17%), Germany (15%), Netherlands (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 44%. Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.3M | 17% |
| Germany | $5.8M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $4.5M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $4.1M | 11% |
| France | $4.1M | 11% |
| China | $3.1M | 8.2% |
| Belgium | $1.7M | 4.6% |
| Singapore | $1.2M | 3.1% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 3% |
| India | $1.1M | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates general cargo trailers exports (HS 8716.39): 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 8716.39: Trailers and semi-trailers: (other than tanker type).
Common questions
What is the value of general cargo trailers exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported general cargo trailers worth $67.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 149 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy general cargo trailers from the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 87% of the value ($59.0 million), followed by Qatar (3%) and Senegal (3%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 31 buyer countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 818% on the year.
What is the average export price of general cargo trailers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.74 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $3.89 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of general cargo trailers from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.0 million in 2017 to $67.6 million in 2024, an increase of 383%. The peak was 2023 at $90.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $68.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import general cargo trailers?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $37.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $29.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for general cargo trailers?
The HS code for general cargo trailers is subheading 8716.39. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8716 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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