Military weapons (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported military weapons (other) worth $6.4 million (23 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 654% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $13.4 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 | $6.4M | 23 t |
| 2023 | $854K | 1 t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 2 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 5 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 3 t |
| 2019 | $668K | 2 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 15 t |
| 2017 | $13.4M | 48 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports military weapons (other) from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.4M | 99% |
| Indonesia | $42K | 0.7% |
| Slovakia | $23K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $282.29 per kg, 29% below the world average of $396.30, 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.
Military weapons (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $2.0 million of military weapons (other) in 2024 (24 tonnes). Mauritania alone took 89% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+490% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mauritania | $1.8M | 89% |
| United States | $217K | 11% |
| Burkina Faso | $7K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates military weapons (other) imports (HS 9301.90): 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 9301.90: Military weapons: other than revolvers, pistols, and arms of heading 9307, n.e.c. in heading 9301.
Common questions
What is the value of military weapons (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported military weapons (other) worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 124 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 654% on 2023.
Which countries supply military weapons (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($6.4 million), followed by Indonesia (1%) and Slovakia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 233% on the year.
What is the average import price of military weapons (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $282.29 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $396.30 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of military weapons (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.4 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, a fall of 52%. The peak was 2017 at $13.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export military weapons (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mauritania, the United States and Burkina Faso. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for military weapons (other)?
The HS code for military weapons (other) is subheading 9301.90. It sits in HS chapter 93 (arms and ammunition; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9301 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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