Mineral-based clutch friction material imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported mineral-based clutch friction material worth $3.6 million (806 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 25% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.7 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 | $3.6M | 806 t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 334 t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 205 t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 265 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 320 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 308 t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 429 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 365 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports mineral-based clutch friction material from
Most of the value came from China (41%), United States (18%), Indonesia (10%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+444% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.5M | 41% |
| United States | $644K | 18% |
| Indonesia | $369K | 10% |
| India | $341K | 9.5% |
| United Kingdom | $267K | 7.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $130K | 3.6% |
| Malaysia | $88K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $81K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $45K | 1.2% |
| Finland | $35K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.45 per kg, 65% below the world average of $12.83, 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.
Mineral-based clutch friction material exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of mineral-based clutch friction material by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.1 million in 2024 (790 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 91% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+83% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.9M | 91% |
| Uganda | $111K | 5.3% |
| Angola | $42K | 2% |
| Samoa | $17K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 0.2% |
| Kenya | $5K | 0.2% |
| Malawi | $3K | 0.2% |
| Madagascar | $3K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $2K | 0.1% |
| Romania | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates mineral-based clutch friction material imports (HS 6813.89): 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 6813.89: Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted: for clutches or the like (not brake linings and pads), with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose (other than asbestos).
Common questions
What is the value of mineral-based clutch friction material imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported mineral-based clutch friction material worth $3.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 806 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 192 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply mineral-based clutch friction material to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by the United States (18%) and Indonesia (10%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 444% on the year.
What is the average import price of mineral-based clutch friction material per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.45 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $12.83 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of mineral-based clutch friction material to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $3.6 million in 2024, an increase of 152%. The peak was 2023 at $4.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export mineral-based clutch friction material?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Uganda and Angola. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral-based clutch friction material?
The HS code for mineral-based clutch friction material is subheading 6813.89. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6813 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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