Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $263.0 million of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (29.5 thousand tonnes). That is 72% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $955.5 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 | $263.0M | 29.5K t |
| 2023 | $955.5M | 132.0K t |
| 2022 | $813.0M | 112.7K t |
| 2021 | $612.9M | 90.8K t |
| 2020 | $443.8M | 62.0K t |
| 2019 | $476.9M | 68.0K t |
| 2018 | $529.3M | 78.8K t |
| 2017 | $144.6M | 17.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports light diesel trucks <5 tonnes from
The largest suppliers were Japan (29%), Thailand (17%), South Africa (16%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+258% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $75.6M | 29% |
| Thailand | $43.9M | 17% |
| South Africa | $43.1M | 16% |
| Germany | $14.3M | 5.5% |
| France | $13.2M | 5% |
| Kuwait | $13.2M | 5% |
| South Korea | $12.6M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $12.3M | 4.7% |
| China | $11.8M | 4.5% |
| India | $5.4M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.91 per kg, 22% below the world average of $11.39, 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.
Light diesel trucks <5 tonnes exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported light diesel trucks <5 tonnes worth $44.5 million (7.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Nigeria (29%), Angola (20%), Senegal (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+612% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $13.1M | 29% |
| Angola | $8.9M | 20% |
| Senegal | $6.5M | 15% |
| Tanzania | $2.6M | 5.8% |
| Seychelles | $1.4M | 3.2% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1.3M | 2.9% |
| Zambia | $1.3M | 2.8% |
| Chile | $1.1M | 2.6% |
| Guyana | $1.1M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $854K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.21): 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 8704.21: Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported light diesel trucks <5 tonnes worth $263.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 72% on 2023.
Which countries supply light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($75.6 million), followed by Thailand (17%) and South Africa (16%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 258% on the year.
What is the average import price of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.91 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $11.39 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of light diesel trucks <5 tonnes to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $144.6 million in 2017 to $263.0 million in 2024, an increase of 82%. The peak was 2023 at $955.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $529.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $44.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Angola and Senegal. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $218.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light diesel trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.21. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
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