MDF (5–9 mm) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported mdf (5–9 mm) worth $29.0 million (89.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 31% on 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 | $29.0M | 89.7K t |
| 2023 | $22.2M | 67.8K t |
| 2022 | $24.3M | 60.6K t |
| 2021 | $20.3M | 53.7K t |
| 2020 | $14.1M | 42.8K t |
| 2019 | $18.1M | 52.4K t |
| 2018 | $18.8M | 46.8K t |
| 2017 | $18.4M | 45.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports mdf (5–9 mm) from
One supplier dominates: Thailand accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $16.0M | 55% |
| China | $5.5M | 19% |
| India | $5.2M | 18% |
| Indonesia | $844K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $462K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $383K | 1.3% |
| Romania | $255K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $96K | 0.3% |
| Malaysia | $87K | 0.3% |
| Austria | $63K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.32 per kg, 52% below the world average of $0.67, 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 (5–9 mm) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported mdf (5–9 mm) worth $272 thousand (131 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $191K | 70% |
| Seychelles | $20K | 7.5% |
| Bahrain | $16K | 6% |
| Uganda | $15K | 5.7% |
| France | $11K | 4% |
| Tanzania | $6K | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $5K | 1.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $4K | 1.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates mdf (5–9 mm) imports (HS 4411.13): 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 4411.13: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness exceeding 5 mm but not exceeding 9 mm.
Common questions
What is the value of mdf (5–9 mm) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported mdf (5–9 mm) worth $29.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 89.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 198 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply mdf (5–9 mm) to the United Arab Emirates?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($16.0 million), followed by China (19%) and India (18%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 704% on the year.
What is the average import price of mdf (5–9 mm) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.32 per kg in 2024, 52% below the world average of $0.67 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 (5–9 mm) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.4 million in 2017 to $29.0 million in 2024, an increase of 58%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export mdf (5–9 mm)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $272 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the Seychelles and Bahrain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $28.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for mdf (5–9 mm)?
The HS code for mdf (5–9 mm) is subheading 4411.13. 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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