Mixed seasonings imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported mixed seasonings worth $130.3 million (44.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 23% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $168.9 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 | $130.3M | 44.7K t |
| 2023 | $168.9M | 58.2K t |
| 2022 | $155.3M | 59.7K t |
| 2021 | $137.1M | 58.6K t |
| 2020 | $119.8M | 51.5K t |
| 2019 | $116.9M | 54.2K t |
| 2018 | $127.9M | 69.9K t |
| 2017 | $83.0M | 35.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports mixed seasonings from
Most of the value came from United States (29%), Philippines (10%), India (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $37.3M | 29% |
| Philippines | $12.8M | 9.9% |
| India | $10.5M | 8% |
| Thailand | $7.2M | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $6.2M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $6.2M | 4.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $6.0M | 4.6% |
| Japan | $5.9M | 4.5% |
| South Africa | $4.5M | 3.5% |
| Malaysia | $3.7M | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.91 per kg, close to the world average of $3.03.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Mixed seasonings exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported mixed seasonings worth $57.7 million (24.7 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (47%), Kuwait (23%), Qatar (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+198% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $27.0M | 47% |
| Kuwait | $13.1M | 23% |
| Qatar | $3.5M | 6.2% |
| Bahrain | $2.3M | 4% |
| Seychelles | $1.5M | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $1.4M | 2.4% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 2.1% |
| Maldives | $1.1M | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $853K | 1.5% |
| India | $842K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates mixed seasonings imports (HS 2103.90): 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 2103.90: Sauces and preparations therefor: mixed condiments and mixed seasonings.
Common questions
What is the value of mixed seasonings imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported mixed seasonings worth $130.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 44.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 225 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply mixed seasonings to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($37.3 million), followed by the Philippines (10%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 51% on the year.
What is the average import price of mixed seasonings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.91 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.03 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mixed seasonings to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $83.0 million in 2017 to $130.3 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. The peak was 2023 at $168.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $129.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export mixed seasonings?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $57.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $72.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for mixed seasonings?
The HS code for mixed seasonings is subheading 2103.90. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2103 page.
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