Hardwood plywood imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported hardwood plywood worth $207.5 million (358.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 213 countries. That is 103% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $207.5M | 358.3K t |
| 2023 | $102.4M | 218.6K t |
| 2022 | $87.7M | 175.3K t |
| 2021 | $85.6M | 178.4K t |
| 2020 | $68.7M | 152.3K t |
| 2019 | $141.4M | 133.0K t |
| 2018 | $196.2M | 182.2K t |
| 2017 | $188.4M | 302.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports hardwood plywood from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $204.1M | 98% |
| Estonia | $733K | 0.4% |
| Austria | $586K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $540K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $369K | 0.2% |
| Finland | $229K | 0.1% |
| Latvia | $170K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $168K | 0.1% |
| India | $158K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $156K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.58 per kg, 44% below the world average of $1.04, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Hardwood plywood exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $2.5 million of hardwood plywood in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Israel accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $1.7M | 67% |
| South Africa | $393K | 16% |
| Singapore | $178K | 7.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $74K | 3% |
| Canada | $42K | 1.7% |
| Kenya | $40K | 1.6% |
| Pakistan | $27K | 1.1% |
| Seychelles | $24K | 1% |
| Central African Republic | $12K | 0.5% |
| Tanzania | $11K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates hardwood plywood imports (HS 4412.33): 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 4412.33: Plywood: with sheets of wood only: not bamboo: each ply 6mm or less, with at least one outer ply of alder, ash, beech, birch, cherry, chestnut, elm, eucalyptus, hickory, horse chestnut, lime, maple, oak, plane, poplar, aspen, robinia, tulipwood or walnut.
Common questions
What is the value of hardwood plywood imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported hardwood plywood worth $207.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 358.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 213 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 103% on 2023.
Which countries supply hardwood plywood to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($204.1 million), followed by Estonia (0%) and Austria (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 363% on the year.
What is the average import price of hardwood plywood per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.58 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $1.04 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of hardwood plywood to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $188.4 million in 2017 to $207.5 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $134.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export hardwood plywood?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, South Africa and Singapore. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $205.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for hardwood plywood?
The HS code for hardwood plywood is subheading 4412.33. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4412 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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