Gym equipment imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of gym equipment by the United Arab Emirates reached $138.8 million in 2024 (22.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 10% on 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 | $138.8M | 22.9K t |
| 2023 | $126.4M | 22.2K t |
| 2022 | $116.6M | 19.2K t |
| 2021 | $133.4M | 27.8K t |
| 2020 | $119.7M | 27.0K t |
| 2019 | $91.8M | 15.1K t |
| 2018 | $89.4M | 15.4K t |
| 2017 | $74.7M | 13.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports gym equipment from
The largest suppliers were China (50%), Italy (13%), United States (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+289% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $68.8M | 50% |
| Italy | $17.7M | 13% |
| United States | $14.3M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $7.2M | 5.2% |
| Germany | $4.6M | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $4.1M | 3% |
| Poland | $3.6M | 2.6% |
| Hungary | $3.4M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.1M | 1.5% |
| Finland | $1.4M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.06 per kg, close to the world average of $5.15.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Gym equipment exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $2.5 million of gym equipment in 2024 (834 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (19%), Kuwait (9%), Italy (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $489K | 19% |
| Kuwait | $234K | 9.2% |
| Italy | $222K | 8.8% |
| United States | $203K | 8% |
| Seychelles | $198K | 7.8% |
| Kenya | $144K | 5.7% |
| Mozambique | $134K | 5.3% |
| Israel | $115K | 4.6% |
| Uganda | $102K | 4% |
| India | $82K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates gym equipment imports (HS 9506.91): 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 9506.91: Athletics and gymnastics equipment.
Common questions
What is the value of gym equipment imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported gym equipment worth $138.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply gym equipment to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($68.8 million), followed by Italy (13%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 289% on the year.
What is the average import price of gym equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.06 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $5.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of gym equipment to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $74.7 million in 2017 to $138.8 million in 2024, an increase of 86%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $111.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export gym equipment?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Italy. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $136.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for gym equipment?
The HS code for gym equipment is subheading 9506.91. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9506 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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