Inflatable rubber articles imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of inflatable rubber articles by the United Arab Emirates reached $12.8 million in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 34% 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 | $12.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $11.6M | 918 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 554 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 595 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 321 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 221 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 462 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 137 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports inflatable rubber articles from
The largest suppliers were Saudi Arabia (42%), China (28%), Germany (10%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+131% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $5.4M | 42% |
| China | $3.5M | 28% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 10% |
| United States | $475K | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $404K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $291K | 2.3% |
| India | $276K | 2.2% |
| France | $226K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $210K | 1.6% |
| Slovenia | $132K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.71 per kg, 56% below the world average of $10.69, 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.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates inflatable rubber articles imports (HS 4016.95): 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 4016.95: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), inflatable articles (other than boat or dock fenders), of non-cellular rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of inflatable rubber articles imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported inflatable rubber articles worth $12.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 208 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply inflatable rubber articles to the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by China (28%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 343% on the year.
What is the average import price of inflatable rubber articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.71 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $10.69 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of inflatable rubber articles to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $12.8 million in 2024, an increase of 683%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for inflatable rubber articles?
The HS code for inflatable rubber articles is subheading 4016.95. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4016 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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