High capacity AC alternators imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of high capacity ac alternators by the United Arab Emirates reached $15.3 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That is 22% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $48.8 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 | $15.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $19.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $22.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $22.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $27.2M | 3.1K t |
| 2019 | $48.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $14.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2017 | $19.5M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports high capacity ac alternators from
Most of the value came from China (40%), France (11%), Philippines (10%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+213% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.1M | 40% |
| France | $1.7M | 11% |
| Philippines | $1.5M | 9.9% |
| India | $1.3M | 8.2% |
| United States | $1.0M | 6.7% |
| Czech Republic | $1.0M | 6.6% |
| Italy | $913K | 6% |
| Romania | $506K | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $350K | 2.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $330K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.97 per kg, 43% below the world average of $10.46, 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.
High capacity AC alternators exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported high capacity ac alternators worth $6.4 million (260 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Angola accounted for 91% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $5.8M | 91% |
| Seychelles | $206K | 3.2% |
| Mauritius | $98K | 1.5% |
| Sri Lanka | $66K | 1% |
| Singapore | $61K | 1% |
| Senegal | $27K | 0.4% |
| Thailand | $26K | 0.4% |
| Zambia | $24K | 0.4% |
| Tanzania | $18K | 0.3% |
| Malawi | $10K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates high capacity ac alternators imports (HS 8501.64): 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 8501.64: Electric generators: AC generators, (alternators), of an output exceeding 750kVA.
Common questions
What is the value of high capacity ac alternators imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported high capacity ac alternators worth $15.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply high capacity ac alternators to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by France (11%) and the Philippines (10%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 213% on the year.
What is the average import price of high capacity ac alternators per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.97 per kg in 2024, 43% below the world average of $10.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of high capacity ac alternators to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.5 million in 2017 to $15.3 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2019 at $48.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export high capacity ac alternators?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $6.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, the Seychelles and Mauritius. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $8.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for high capacity ac alternators?
The HS code for high capacity ac alternators is subheading 8501.64. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8501 page.
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