Margarine (solid) exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
The United Arab Emirates exported $17.7 million of margarine (solid) in 2024 (12.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 41% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $36.0 million.
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 | $17.7M | 12.2K t |
| 2023 | $30.0M | 17.1K t |
| 2022 | $36.0M | 20.7K t |
| 2021 | $20.0M | 13.5K t |
| 2020 | $17.4M | 14.1K t |
| 2019 | $19.4M | 16.2K t |
| 2018 | $18.3M | 15.2K t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 4.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports margarine (solid) to
One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+196% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $11.3M | 64% |
| Kuwait | $3.3M | 19% |
| Bahrain | $1.3M | 7.3% |
| Qatar | $725K | 4.1% |
| Lebanon | $419K | 2.4% |
| Angola | $210K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $124K | 0.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $110K | 0.6% |
| Pakistan | $100K | 0.6% |
| Mozambique | $86K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.45 per kg, close to the world average of $1.76.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Margarine (solid) imports to the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates imported $5.3 million of margarine (solid) in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Spain (17%), Turkey (15%), Australia (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Philippines grew fastest (+181% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $913K | 17% |
| Turkey | $799K | 15% |
| Australia | $754K | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $566K | 11% |
| Belgium | $548K | 10% |
| Malaysia | $443K | 8.3% |
| Germany | $286K | 5.4% |
| Philippines | $253K | 4.8% |
| Poland | $157K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $116K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates margarine (solid) exports (HS 1517.10): 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 1517.10: Margarine: excluding liquid margarine.
Common questions
What is the value of margarine (solid) exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported margarine (solid) worth $17.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 143 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 41% on 2023.
Which countries buy margarine (solid) from the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 64% of the value ($11.3 million), followed by Kuwait (19%) and Bahrain (7%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 19 buyer countries in total. Qatar grew fastest among the top ten, up 196% on the year.
What is the average export price of margarine (solid) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.45 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $1.76 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of margarine (solid) from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $17.7 million in 2024, an increase of 190%. The peak was 2022 at $36.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import margarine (solid)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $5.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Spain, Turkey and Australia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for margarine (solid)?
The HS code for margarine (solid) is subheading 1517.10. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1517 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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