Mixed spices imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of mixed spices by the United Arab Emirates reached $29.5 million in 2024 (7.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 217 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $29.5M | 7.6K t |
| 2023 | $29.8M | 8.2K t |
| 2022 | $25.8M | 6.5K t |
| 2021 | $22.9M | 6.3K t |
| 2020 | $27.4M | 6.8K t |
| 2019 | $28.4M | 7.3K t |
| 2018 | $19.7M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $20.8M | 4.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports mixed spices from
India alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, Bahrain grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $18.4M | 63% |
| Pakistan | $6.9M | 24% |
| Bahrain | $1.5M | 5.1% |
| Lebanon | $752K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $501K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $330K | 1.1% |
| South Africa | $245K | 0.8% |
| United States | $218K | 0.7% |
| China | $149K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $98K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.89 per kg, close to the world average of $4.74.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Mixed spices exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $28.1 million of mixed spices in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 163 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (47%), United States (20%), India (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $13.2M | 47% |
| United States | $5.5M | 20% |
| India | $3.7M | 13% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 4.5% |
| Kuwait | $1.1M | 4% |
| Qatar | $537K | 1.9% |
| Singapore | $506K | 1.8% |
| Bahrain | $323K | 1.2% |
| Fiji | $87K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates mixed spices imports (HS 0910.91): 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 0910.91: Spices: mixtures of 2 or more products of different headings.
Common questions
What is the value of mixed spices imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported mixed spices worth $29.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 217 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply mixed spices to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($18.4 million), followed by Pakistan (23%) and Bahrain (5%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 847% on the year.
What is the average import price of mixed spices per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.89 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $4.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mixed spices to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.8 million in 2017 to $29.5 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. The peak was 2023 at $29.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export mixed spices?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $28.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United States and India. That compares with imports of $29.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for mixed spices?
The HS code for mixed spices is subheading 0910.91. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0910 page.
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