Injection molding machines imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of injection molding machines by the United Arab Emirates reached $52.4 million in 2024 (13.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 82% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $52.4M | 13.2K t |
| 2023 | $28.7M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $28.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $40.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $26.4M | 9.7K t |
| 2019 | $23.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $17.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $17.5M | 1.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports injection molding machines from
China alone supplied 76% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+144% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $39.8M | 76% |
| Italy | $3.0M | 5.7% |
| Canada | $2.3M | 4.3% |
| India | $1.8M | 3.4% |
| Taiwan | $1.6M | 3% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 2.3% |
| Norway | $1.0M | 1.9% |
| Germany | $366K | 0.7% |
| South Korea | $339K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $303K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.95 per kg, 47% below the world average of $7.52, 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.
Injection molding machines exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of injection molding machines by the United Arab Emirates reached $7.9 million in 2024 (359 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 63% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+482% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $5.0M | 63% |
| Zambia | $1.4M | 18% |
| Tanzania | $745K | 9.4% |
| Uganda | $427K | 5.4% |
| Thailand | $122K | 1.6% |
| Angola | $99K | 1.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $87K | 1.1% |
| Pakistan | $37K | 0.5% |
| Egypt | $4K | 0.1% |
| Madagascar | $2K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates injection molding machines imports (HS 8477.10): 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 8477.10: Machinery: injection-moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials.
Common questions
What is the value of injection molding machines imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported injection molding machines worth $52.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 176 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 82% on 2023.
Which countries supply injection molding machines to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($39.8 million), followed by Italy (6%) and Canada (4%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 253% on the year.
What is the average import price of injection molding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.95 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $7.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of injection molding machines to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.5 million in 2017 to $52.4 million in 2024, an increase of 200%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $29.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export injection molding machines?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $7.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Zambia and Tanzania. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $44.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for injection molding machines?
The HS code for injection molding machines is subheading 8477.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8477 page.
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