MDF (3–5 mm) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $31.1 million of mdf (3–5 mm) in 2024 (105.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 25% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $31.1M | 105.0K t |
| 2023 | $24.9M | 45.2K t |
| 2022 | $29.7M | 47.1K t |
| 2021 | $31.9M | 60.5K t |
| 2020 | $18.6M | 36.6K t |
| 2019 | $17.6M | 37.5K t |
| 2018 | $20.8M | 38.5K t |
| 2017 | $23.8M | 78.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports mdf (3–5 mm) from
Thailand alone supplied 89% of it. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $27.6M | 89% |
| China | $1.5M | 5% |
| India | $769K | 2.5% |
| Indonesia | $676K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $185K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $123K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $53K | 0.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $49K | 0.2% |
| Poland | $33K | 0.1% |
| United States | $30K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.30 per kg, 41% below the world average of $0.51, 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.
MDF (3–5 mm) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $534 thousand of mdf (3–5 mm) in 2024 (713 tonnes). Israel alone took 70% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+174% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $373K | 70% |
| Bahrain | $75K | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $28K | 5.2% |
| Fiji | $24K | 4.5% |
| Qatar | $13K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $9K | 1.6% |
| Seychelles | $4K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $2K | 0.5% |
| Uganda | $2K | 0.3% |
| China | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates mdf (3–5 mm) imports (HS 4411.12): 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 4411.12: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness not exceeding 5 mm.
Common questions
What is the value of mdf (3–5 mm) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported mdf (3–5 mm) worth $31.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 105.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 197 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply mdf (3–5 mm) to the United Arab Emirates?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($27.6 million), followed by China (5%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 439% on the year.
What is the average import price of mdf (3–5 mm) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.30 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $0.51 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mdf (3–5 mm) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.8 million in 2017 to $31.1 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. The peak was 2021 at $31.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export mdf (3–5 mm)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $534 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $30.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for mdf (3–5 mm)?
The HS code for mdf (3–5 mm) is subheading 4411.12. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4411 page.
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