Non-alcoholic beverages imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of non-alcoholic beverages by the United Arab Emirates reached $122.4 million in 2024 (78.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 79% on 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 | $122.4M | 78.9K t |
| 2023 | $68.4M | 45.7K t |
| 2022 | $70.7M | 44.2K t |
| 2021 | $49.5M | 38.8K t |
| 2020 | $76.5M | 58.7K t |
| 2019 | $86.7M | 76.9K t |
| 2018 | $70.3M | 67.5K t |
| 2017 | $82.8M | 167.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports non-alcoholic beverages from
Most of the value came from India (30%), Switzerland (12%), Denmark (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $36.9M | 30% |
| Switzerland | $14.4M | 12% |
| Denmark | $9.2M | 7.5% |
| Thailand | $7.8M | 6.3% |
| Belgium | $7.7M | 6.3% |
| Netherlands | $6.1M | 5% |
| Germany | $5.3M | 4.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.8M | 3.9% |
| Indonesia | $4.4M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.9M | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.55 per kg, 27% above the world average of $1.22. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Non-alcoholic beverages exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $18.7 million of non-alcoholic beverages in 2024 (20.1 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (21%), United States (19%), Qatar (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Lebanon grew fastest (+242% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.9M | 21% |
| United States | $3.6M | 19% |
| Qatar | $2.3M | 13% |
| France | $1.4M | 7.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.4M | 7.3% |
| Senegal | $1.2M | 6.6% |
| Morocco | $1.1M | 6% |
| Lebanon | $432K | 2.3% |
| Canada | $294K | 1.6% |
| Bahrain | $261K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates non-alcoholic beverages imports (HS 2202.99): 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 2202.99: Non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009.
Common questions
What is the value of non-alcoholic beverages imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported non-alcoholic beverages worth $122.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 78.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 225 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 79% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-alcoholic beverages to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($36.9 million), followed by Switzerland (12%) and Denmark (7%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 251% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-alcoholic beverages per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.55 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $1.22 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of non-alcoholic beverages to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $82.8 million in 2017 to $122.4 million in 2024, an increase of 48%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $78.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export non-alcoholic beverages?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $18.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, the United States and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $103.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-alcoholic beverages?
The HS code for non-alcoholic beverages is subheading 2202.99. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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