Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes by the United Arab Emirates reached $559.4 million in 2024 (56.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 215 countries. That is 23% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $727.8 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 | $559.4M | 56.8K t |
| 2023 | $727.8M | 70.7K t |
| 2022 | $483.3M | 53.2K t |
| 2021 | $629.5M | 81.2K t |
| 2020 | $503.7M | 79.8K t |
| 2019 | $423.6M | 70.4K t |
| 2018 | $415.2M | 63.9K t |
| 2017 | $421.6M | 49.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports light petrol trucks <5 tonnes from
Most of the value came from Japan (26%), United States (24%), Kuwait (11%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+782% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $143.5M | 26% |
| United States | $133.2M | 24% |
| Kuwait | $63.7M | 11% |
| Thailand | $53.6M | 9.6% |
| China | $53.2M | 9.5% |
| Bahrain | $43.9M | 7.9% |
| South Africa | $21.6M | 3.9% |
| Lebanon | $14.7M | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $8.3M | 1.5% |
| Indonesia | $7.2M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.86 per kg, close to the world average of $11.46.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes by the United Arab Emirates reached $6.4 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Nigeria accounted for 56% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $3.6M | 56% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $658K | 10% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $507K | 8% |
| Angola | $378K | 6% |
| Togo | $250K | 3.9% |
| Kenya | $155K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $146K | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $130K | 2.1% |
| Tanzania | $127K | 2% |
| Mozambique | $82K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.31): 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 8704.31: Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported light petrol trucks <5 tonnes worth $559.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 56.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($143.5 million), followed by the United States (24%) and Kuwait (11%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 782% on the year.
What is the average import price of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.86 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $11.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $421.6 million in 2017 to $559.4 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. The peak was 2023 at $727.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $520.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $6.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Kyrgyzstan and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $553.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.31. 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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