Natural rubber latex imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported natural rubber latex worth $25.1 million (16.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 563% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% 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 | $25.1M | 16.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.8M | 721 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 1.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports natural rubber latex from
Thailand alone supplied 92% of it. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+674% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $23.2M | 93% |
| China | $845K | 3.4% |
| Malaysia | $541K | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $153K | 0.6% |
| United States | $112K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $109K | 0.4% |
| France | $52K | 0.2% |
| India | $36K | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $22K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $9K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.51 per kg, close to the world average of $1.48.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates natural rubber latex imports (HS 4001.10): 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 4001.10: Rubber: natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of natural rubber latex imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported natural rubber latex worth $25.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 170 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 563% on 2023.
Which countries supply natural rubber latex to the United Arab Emirates?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($23.2 million), followed by China (3%) and Malaysia (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 674% on the year.
What is the average import price of natural rubber latex per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.51 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.48 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of natural rubber latex to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $25.1 million in 2024, an increase of 989%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for natural rubber latex?
The HS code for natural rubber latex is subheading 4001.10. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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