Live camels and camelids exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
The United Arab Emirates exported $30.5 million of live camels and camelids in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 48 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 4% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 74% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30.5M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $29.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $22.2M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $35.5M | 20.6K t |
| 2020 | $26.7M | 13.5K t |
| 2019 | $19.8M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $16.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $631K | 222 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports live camels and camelids to
Qatar alone took 57% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $17.5M | 58% |
| Saudi Arabia | $12.6M | 41% |
| Kuwait | $417K | 1.4% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.02 per kg, 56% above the world average of $3.22. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Live camels and camelids imports to the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates imported $12.0 million of live camels and camelids in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 60 countries. Saudi Arabia alone supplied 98% of it. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $11.8M | 98% |
| Kuwait | $197K | 1.6% |
| Bahrain | $6K | 0.1% |
| Colombia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates live camels and camelids exports (HS 0106.13): 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 0106.13: Mammals: live, camels and other camelids (Camelidae).
Common questions
What is the value of live camels and camelids exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported live camels and camelids worth $30.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 48 countries worldwide, with 11% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy live camels and camelids from the United Arab Emirates?
Qatar was the largest buyer with 57% of the value ($17.5 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (41%) and Kuwait (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 52% on the year.
What is the average export price of live camels and camelids per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.02 per kg in 2024, 56% above the world average of $3.22 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of live camels and camelids from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $631 thousand in 2017 to $30.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $35.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import live camels and camelids?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $12.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $18.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for live camels and camelids?
The HS code for live camels and camelids is subheading 0106.13. It sits in HS chapter 01 (animals; live). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0106 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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