Menthol imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported menthol worth $2.3 million (144 tonnes). Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $5.3 million.
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 | $2.3M | 144 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 113 t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 86 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 55 t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 167 t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 212 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 106 t |
| 2017 | $624K | 28 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports menthol from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+465% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 55% |
| Germany | $487K | 22% |
| India | $447K | 20% |
| Singapore | $64K | 2.8% |
| Malaysia | $12K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.74 per kg, 28% above the world average of $12.32. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates menthol imports (HS 2906.11): 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 2906.11: Alcohols: cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic and derivatives, menthol.
Common questions
What is the value of menthol imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported menthol worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 144 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply menthol to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Germany (21%) and India (20%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 465% on the year.
What is the average import price of menthol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.74 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $12.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of menthol to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $624 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 263%. The peak was 2019 at $5.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for menthol?
The HS code for menthol is subheading 2906.11. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2906 page.
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