Palmitic and stearic acids exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of palmitic and stearic acids by the United Arab Emirates reached $34.9 million in 2024 (405 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. That is 2795% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 71% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $34.9M | 405 t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 385 t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 535 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 894 t |
| 2019 | $5.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $832K | 485 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports palmitic and stearic acids to
One buyer market dominates: Nigeria accounted for 99% of the value.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $86.27 per kg, 4513% above the world average of $1.87. 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.
Palmitic and stearic acids imports to the United Arab Emirates
Imports of palmitic and stearic acids by the United Arab Emirates reached $27.6 million in 2024 (17.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Malaysia (29%), India (25%), Singapore (24%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+153% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $8.1M | 29% |
| India | $6.9M | 25% |
| Singapore | $6.7M | 24% |
| Indonesia | $3.6M | 13% |
| China | $968K | 3.5% |
| Italy | $342K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $190K | 0.7% |
| South Korea | $165K | 0.6% |
| Czech Republic | $150K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $136K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates palmitic and stearic acids exports (HS 2915.70): 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 2915.70: Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters.
Common questions
What is the value of palmitic and stearic acids exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported palmitic and stearic acids worth $34.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 405 tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 105 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports.
Which countries buy palmitic and stearic acids from the United Arab Emirates?
Nigeria was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($34.5 million), followed by Zambia (1%) and Cote d'Ivoire (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 10 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of palmitic and stearic acids per kg?
The average declared export value was about $86.27 per kg in 2024, 4513% above the world average of $1.87 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of palmitic and stearic acids from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $832 thousand in 2017 to $34.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import palmitic and stearic acids?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $27.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Malaysia, India and Singapore. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $7.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for palmitic and stearic acids?
The HS code for palmitic and stearic acids is subheading 2915.70. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2915 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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