Mineral pelletizing and shaping machines imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported mineral pelletizing and shaping machines worth $43.8 million (7.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 44% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $43.8M | 7.1K t |
| 2023 | $30.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $27.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $45.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $15.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $15.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $15.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $15.1M | 1.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports mineral pelletizing and shaping machines from
The largest suppliers were China (34%), Italy (33%), Austria (14%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.0M | 34% |
| Italy | $14.5M | 33% |
| Austria | $6.2M | 14% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 8.5% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 2.6% |
| India | $975K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $710K | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $424K | 1% |
| Canada | $260K | 0.6% |
| France | $238K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.19 per kg, 31% below the world average of $8.95, 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 pelletizing and shaping machines exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported mineral pelletizing and shaping machines worth $1.7 million (818 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+724% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.1M | 63% |
| United Kingdom | $400K | 24% |
| Zimbabwe | $66K | 3.9% |
| Canada | $56K | 3.3% |
| Tanzania | $39K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $18K | 1.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $14K | 0.8% |
| Angola | $14K | 0.8% |
| Indonesia | $12K | 0.7% |
| Senegal | $5K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates mineral pelletizing and shaping machines imports (HS 8474.80): 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 8474.80: Machines: for agglomerating, shaping or moulding solid mineral fuels, ceramic paste, unhardened cements, plastering materials in powder or paste form, machines for forming foundry moulds of sand.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral pelletizing and shaping machines imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported mineral pelletizing and shaping machines worth $43.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 204 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply mineral pelletizing and shaping machines to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($15.0 million), followed by Italy (33%) and Austria (14%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 248% on the year.
What is the average import price of mineral pelletizing and shaping machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.19 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $8.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mineral pelletizing and shaping machines to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.1 million in 2017 to $43.8 million in 2024, an increase of 190%. The peak was 2021 at $45.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export mineral pelletizing and shaping machines?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the United Kingdom and Zimbabwe. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $42.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for mineral pelletizing and shaping machines?
The HS code for mineral pelletizing and shaping machines is subheading 8474.80. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8474 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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