Live mammals (other species) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported live mammals (other species) worth $4.3 million (59 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 3% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $4.3M | 59 t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 209 t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 202 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 165 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 77 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 65 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 65 t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 79 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports live mammals (other species) from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (27%), South Africa (17%), United Kingdom (16%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+787% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 27% |
| South Africa | $757K | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $695K | 16% |
| South Korea | $391K | 9% |
| Czech Republic | $242K | 5.6% |
| Hungary | $187K | 4.3% |
| Spain | $172K | 4% |
| Belgium | $132K | 3% |
| Slovakia | $95K | 2.2% |
| Poland | $59K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $74.06 per kg, 177% above the world average of $26.71. 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 mammals (other species) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of live mammals (other species) by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.2 million in 2024 (53 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Uzbekistan accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uzbekistan | $631K | 52% |
| Saudi Arabia | $115K | 9.4% |
| India | $91K | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $73K | 5.9% |
| Malaysia | $69K | 5.6% |
| Kuwait | $48K | 3.9% |
| United States | $27K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $27K | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $25K | 2% |
| Singapore | $18K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates live mammals (other species) imports (HS 0106.19): 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 0106.19: Mammals: live, other than primates, whales, dolphins, porpoises (mammals of the order Cetacea): manatees, dugongs (mammals of the order Sirenia): seals, sea lions, walruses (mammals of the suborder Pinnipedia), camels, other camelids, rabbits and hares.
Common questions
What is the value of live mammals (other species) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported live mammals (other species) worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 59 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 179 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply live mammals (other species) to the United Arab Emirates?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by South Africa (17%) and the United Kingdom (16%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 787% on the year.
What is the average import price of live mammals (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $74.06 per kg in 2024, 177% above the world average of $26.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of live mammals (other species) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. The peak was 2023 at $4.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export live mammals (other species)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uzbekistan, Saudi Arabia and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $3.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for live mammals (other species)?
The HS code for live mammals (other species) is subheading 0106.19. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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