Non-asbestos brake linings imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of non-asbestos brake linings by the United Arab Emirates reached $38.1 million in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 208 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 40% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $63.8 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 | $38.1M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $63.8M | 7.5K t |
| 2022 | $48.9M | 6.5K t |
| 2021 | $39.8M | 5.5K t |
| 2020 | $33.9M | 4.9K t |
| 2019 | $37.6M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $28.8M | 4.8K t |
| 2017 | $37.8M | 4.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports non-asbestos brake linings from
The largest suppliers were Japan (42%), Bahrain (20%), Kuwait (8%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+433% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $15.8M | 42% |
| Bahrain | $7.6M | 20% |
| Kuwait | $3.0M | 8% |
| India | $2.9M | 7.7% |
| Brazil | $1.6M | 4.2% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 4% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 3.1% |
| Malaysia | $993K | 2.6% |
| China | $832K | 2.2% |
| United States | $584K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.24 per kg, 29% above the world average of $5.61. 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-asbestos brake linings exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of non-asbestos brake linings by the United Arab Emirates reached $771 thousand in 2024 (421 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (14%), Angola (13%), Kenya (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest (+290% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $111K | 14% |
| Angola | $98K | 13% |
| Kenya | $91K | 12% |
| Uganda | $77K | 10% |
| Malawi | $71K | 9.2% |
| Tanzania | $57K | 7.4% |
| Seychelles | $48K | 6.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $40K | 5.2% |
| Zambia | $25K | 3.2% |
| Mozambique | $23K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates non-asbestos brake linings imports (HS 6813.81): 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 6813.81: Brake linings and pads: with a basis of mineral substances or cellulose (other than asbestos).
Common questions
What is the value of non-asbestos brake linings imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported non-asbestos brake linings worth $38.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 208 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply non-asbestos brake linings to the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($15.8 million), followed by Bahrain (20%) and Kuwait (8%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 433% on the year.
What is the average import price of non-asbestos brake linings per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.24 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $5.61 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-asbestos brake linings to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37.8 million in 2017 to $38.1 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2023 at $63.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $41.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export non-asbestos brake linings?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $771 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Angola and Kenya. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $37.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-asbestos brake linings?
The HS code for non-asbestos brake linings is subheading 6813.81. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6813 page.
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