Nickel-cadmium batteries imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $36.1 million of nickel-cadmium batteries in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 198 countries. That is 25% more than in 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 | $36.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $28.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $25.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $30.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $26.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $27.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $21.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $26.9M | 2.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports nickel-cadmium batteries from
The largest suppliers were Sweden (34%), India (18%), United States (16%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+127% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $12.2M | 34% |
| India | $6.7M | 19% |
| United States | $5.6M | 16% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 10% |
| China | $1.9M | 5.2% |
| Greece | $1.7M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 4.3% |
| Italy | $596K | 1.7% |
| France | $515K | 1.4% |
| Singapore | $461K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.17 per kg, 34% below the world average of $25.85, 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.
Nickel-cadmium batteries exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported nickel-cadmium batteries worth $385 thousand (12 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $197K | 51% |
| Germany | $52K | 13% |
| Brunei | $41K | 11% |
| Hong Kong | $33K | 8.5% |
| Burkina Faso | $14K | 3.7% |
| Georgia | $13K | 3.4% |
| Turkey | $9K | 2.2% |
| Malawi | $5K | 1.2% |
| India | $5K | 1.2% |
| Austria | $3K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates nickel-cadmium batteries imports (HS 8507.30): 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 8507.30: Electric accumulators: nickel-cadmium, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of nickel-cadmium batteries imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported nickel-cadmium batteries worth $36.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 198 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply nickel-cadmium batteries to the United Arab Emirates?
Sweden was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($12.2 million), followed by India (18%) and the United States (16%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 127% on the year.
What is the average import price of nickel-cadmium batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.17 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $25.85 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of nickel-cadmium batteries to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.9 million in 2017 to $36.1 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $27.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export nickel-cadmium batteries?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $385 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Brunei. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $35.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for nickel-cadmium batteries?
The HS code for nickel-cadmium batteries is subheading 8507.30. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8507 page.
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