Oil seeds (other species) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported oil seeds (other species) worth $8.1 million (4.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $11.0 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 | $8.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $7.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 620 t |
| 2017 | $1.1M | 448 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports oil seeds (other species) from
The largest suppliers were India (34%), Paraguay (32%), Brazil (10%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+336% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.7M | 34% |
| Paraguay | $2.6M | 32% |
| Brazil | $824K | 10% |
| Peru | $684K | 8.5% |
| Germany | $306K | 3.8% |
| Nigeria | $204K | 2.5% |
| United States | $123K | 1.5% |
| Bahrain | $117K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $102K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $82K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.99 per kg, close to the world average of $1.76.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Oil seeds (other species) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $552 thousand of oil seeds (other species) in 2024 (163 tonnes). Most of it went to Qatar (18%), Kuwait (18%), Bahrain (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+248% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $102K | 18% |
| Kuwait | $100K | 18% |
| Bahrain | $63K | 11% |
| Maldives | $59K | 11% |
| Georgia | $56K | 10% |
| Saudi Arabia | $51K | 9.3% |
| Israel | $48K | 8.7% |
| Seychelles | $20K | 3.6% |
| Italy | $17K | 3.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $7K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates oil seeds (other species) imports (HS 1207.99): 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 1207.99: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits: n.e.c. in heading no. 1207, whether or not broken.
Common questions
What is the value of oil seeds (other species) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported oil seeds (other species) worth $8.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 199 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply oil seeds (other species) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Paraguay (32%) and Brazil (10%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 351% on the year.
What is the average import price of oil seeds (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.99 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $1.76 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of oil seeds (other species) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.1 million in 2017 to $8.1 million in 2024, an increase of 653%. The peak was 2022 at $11.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export oil seeds (other species)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $552 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for oil seeds (other species)?
The HS code for oil seeds (other species) is subheading 1207.99. It sits in HS chapter 12 (oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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