Packing and wrapping machinery imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported packing and wrapping machinery worth $115.0 million (3.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 21% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $115.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $95.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $99.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $73.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $94.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $95.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $82.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $64.5M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports packing and wrapping machinery from
Most of the value came from Italy (30%), Germany (30%), China (8%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+263% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $34.2M | 30% |
| Germany | $34.1M | 30% |
| China | $8.9M | 7.8% |
| India | $6.8M | 5.9% |
| Singapore | $5.9M | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $5.0M | 4.4% |
| Switzerland | $3.7M | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $3.3M | 2.9% |
| Pakistan | $2.1M | 1.8% |
| Bulgaria | $1.3M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $36.92 per kg, close to the world average of $35.78.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Packing and wrapping machinery exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $9.9 million of packing and wrapping machinery in 2024 (379 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+984% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $5.9M | 60% |
| United States | $771K | 7.8% |
| Uzbekistan | $476K | 4.8% |
| Germany | $355K | 3.6% |
| Canada | $331K | 3.3% |
| Paraguay | $299K | 3% |
| India | $192K | 1.9% |
| Angola | $181K | 1.8% |
| Australia | $155K | 1.6% |
| Bolivia | $133K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates packing and wrapping machinery imports (HS 8422.40): 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 8422.40: Machinery: for packing or wrapping.
Common questions
What is the value of packing and wrapping machinery imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported packing and wrapping machinery worth $115.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply packing and wrapping machinery to the United Arab Emirates?
Italy was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($34.2 million), followed by Germany (30%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 263% on the year.
What is the average import price of packing and wrapping machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $36.92 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $35.78 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of packing and wrapping machinery to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $64.5 million in 2017 to $115.0 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $89.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export packing and wrapping machinery?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $9.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, the United States and Uzbekistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $105.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for packing and wrapping machinery?
The HS code for packing and wrapping machinery is subheading 8422.40. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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