Methionine imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $38.6 million of methionine in 2024 (14.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 257% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 81% 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 | $38.6M | 14.5K t |
| 2023 | $10.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $7.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $8.9M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $604K | 243 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports methionine from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $23.4M | 61% |
| France | $14.3M | 37% |
| Malaysia | $689K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $136K | 0.4% |
| India | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.65 per kg, close to the world average of $2.54.
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 methionine imports (HS 2930.40): 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 2930.40: Organo-sulphur compounds: methionine.
Common questions
What is the value of methionine imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported methionine worth $38.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 156 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 257% on 2023.
Which countries supply methionine to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($23.4 million), followed by France (37%) and Malaysia (2%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 141% on the year.
What is the average import price of methionine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.65 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.54 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of methionine to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $604 thousand in 2017 to $38.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for methionine?
The HS code for methionine is subheading 2930.40. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2930 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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