Gin imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported gin worth $20.6 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $28.6 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 | $20.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $22.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $28.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $16.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $11.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $15.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $12.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $12.5M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports gin from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (45%), Italy (17%), Netherlands (8%). Among the main suppliers, Philippines grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $9.2M | 45% |
| Italy | $3.5M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 8.5% |
| India | $1.2M | 5.8% |
| Germany | $943K | 4.6% |
| France | $926K | 4.5% |
| Philippines | $474K | 2.3% |
| Spain | $460K | 2.2% |
| Singapore | $365K | 1.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $345K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.59 per kg, 31% above the world average of $5.79. 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.
Gin exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $647 thousand of gin in 2024 (85 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Seychelles (27%), Israel (21%), Cyprus (16%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Seychelles | $175K | 27% |
| Israel | $138K | 21% |
| Cyprus | $106K | 17% |
| Hong Kong | $66K | 10% |
| Chile | $35K | 5.4% |
| India | $30K | 4.7% |
| Malaysia | $23K | 3.6% |
| Tanzania | $22K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $18K | 2.8% |
| Georgia | $16K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates gin imports (HS 2208.50): 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 2208.50: Gin and geneva.
Common questions
What is the value of gin imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported gin worth $20.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply gin to the United Arab Emirates?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by Italy (17%) and the Netherlands (8%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 337% on the year.
What is the average import price of gin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.59 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $5.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of gin to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.5 million in 2017 to $20.6 million in 2024, an increase of 64%. The peak was 2022 at $28.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export gin?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $647 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Seychelles, Israel and Cyprus. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $19.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for gin?
The HS code for gin is subheading 2208.50. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2208 page.
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