Packaging machinery parts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported packaging machinery parts worth $87.9 million (5.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 46% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
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 | $87.9M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $60.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $48.0M | 947 t |
| 2021 | $44.6M | 733 t |
| 2020 | $38.6M | 575 t |
| 2019 | $42.3M | 609 t |
| 2018 | $44.2M | 623 t |
| 2017 | $41.8M | 643 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports packaging machinery parts from
The largest suppliers were China (31%), Italy (23%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+364% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $27.4M | 31% |
| Italy | $20.6M | 23% |
| Germany | $9.8M | 11% |
| Sweden | $7.6M | 8.6% |
| United Kingdom | $5.3M | 6% |
| Australia | $2.6M | 3% |
| India | $2.5M | 2.9% |
| United States | $950K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $903K | 1% |
| Spain | $875K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.12 per kg, 64% below the world average of $41.95, 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.
Packaging machinery parts exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported packaging machinery parts worth $5.5 million (72 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.8M | 52% |
| Angola | $880K | 16% |
| Sweden | $347K | 6.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $337K | 6.1% |
| Seychelles | $326K | 6% |
| Zambia | $116K | 2.1% |
| Uganda | $108K | 2% |
| Germany | $69K | 1.3% |
| Mozambique | $52K | 1% |
| United States | $46K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates packaging machinery parts imports (HS 8422.90): 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 8422.90: Machinery: parts of machinery of heading no. 8422.
Common questions
What is the value of packaging machinery parts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported packaging machinery parts worth $87.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 217 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply packaging machinery parts to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($27.4 million), followed by Italy (23%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 364% on the year.
What is the average import price of packaging machinery parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.12 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $41.95 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of packaging machinery parts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $41.8 million in 2017 to $87.9 million in 2024, an increase of 110%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $51.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export packaging machinery parts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Angola and Sweden. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $82.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for packaging machinery parts?
The HS code for packaging machinery parts is subheading 8422.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8422 page.
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