Glassware (other types) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of glassware (other types) by the United Arab Emirates reached $96.8 million in 2024 (22.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 217 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 290% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $96.8M | 22.8K t |
| 2023 | $24.8M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $23.1M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $19.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2020 | $25.2M | 4.7K t |
| 2019 | $29.2M | 5.2K t |
| 2018 | $23.3M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $27.7M | 6.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports glassware (other types) from
China alone supplied 91% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+440% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $87.9M | 91% |
| India | $1.5M | 1.5% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 1.3% |
| France | $1.0M | 1.1% |
| Czech Republic | $891K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $732K | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $560K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $440K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $378K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $333K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.25 per kg, close to the world average of $3.72.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Glassware (other types) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $1.4 million of glassware (other types) in 2024 (359 tonnes). Most of it went to Seychelles (14%), Kenya (13%), France (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Seychelles | $196K | 14% |
| Kenya | $175K | 13% |
| France | $160K | 12% |
| Mauritius | $143K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $104K | 7.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $82K | 6% |
| Austria | $50K | 3.6% |
| Switzerland | $48K | 3.5% |
| India | $42K | 3% |
| Tanzania | $40K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates glassware (other types) imports (HS 7013.99): 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 7013.99: Glassware: n.e.c. in heading no. 7013, other than of lead crystal.
Common questions
What is the value of glassware (other types) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported glassware (other types) worth $96.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 290% on 2023.
Which countries supply glassware (other types) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($87.9 million), followed by India (2%) and Italy (1%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 911% on the year.
What is the average import price of glassware (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.25 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $3.72 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of glassware (other types) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27.7 million in 2017 to $96.8 million in 2024, an increase of 249%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $33.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export glassware (other types)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Seychelles, Kenya and France. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $95.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for glassware (other types)?
The HS code for glassware (other types) is subheading 7013.99. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7013 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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