Neutral alcohol (high strength) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported neutral alcohol (high strength) worth $18.3 million (26.1 thousand tonnes). That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $28.2 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 | $18.3M | 26.1K t |
| 2023 | $19.4M | 23.8K t |
| 2022 | $26.8M | 26.5K t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 7.6K t |
| 2020 | $18.9M | 19.6K t |
| 2019 | $12.1M | 8.8K t |
| 2018 | $22.0M | 16.2K t |
| 2017 | $28.2M | 65.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports neutral alcohol (high strength) from
Pakistan alone supplied 78% of it. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+660% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $14.3M | 78% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 9.8% |
| India | $1.7M | 9% |
| Turkey | $124K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $121K | 0.7% |
| United States | $108K | 0.6% |
| China | $74K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $70K | 0.4% |
| France | $18K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $10K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.70 per kg, 26% below the world average of $0.95, 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.
Neutral alcohol (high strength) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of neutral alcohol (high strength) by the United Arab Emirates reached $558 thousand in 2024 (509 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Pakistan accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Pakistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $476K | 85% |
| Central African Republic | $56K | 10% |
| Nigeria | $26K | 4.7% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates neutral alcohol (high strength) imports (HS 2207.10): 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 2207.10: Undenatured ethyl alcohol: of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher.
Common questions
What is the value of neutral alcohol (high strength) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported neutral alcohol (high strength) worth $18.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply neutral alcohol (high strength) to the United Arab Emirates?
Pakistan was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($14.3 million), followed by the United Kingdom (10%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 660% on the year.
What is the average import price of neutral alcohol (high strength) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.70 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $0.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of neutral alcohol (high strength) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.2 million in 2017 to $18.3 million in 2024, a fall of 35%. The peak was 2017 at $28.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export neutral alcohol (high strength)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $558 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Pakistan, the Central African Republic and Nigeria. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $17.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for neutral alcohol (high strength)?
The HS code for neutral alcohol (high strength) is subheading 2207.10. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2207 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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