Plaster board (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported plaster board (other) worth $25.3 million (88.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 212 countries. Value rose 3% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $36.8 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 | $25.3M | 88.0K t |
| 2023 | $24.6M | 48.6K t |
| 2022 | $25.3M | 83.1K t |
| 2021 | $24.2M | 83.7K t |
| 2020 | $22.4M | 72.4K t |
| 2019 | $31.5M | 101.3K t |
| 2018 | $36.8M | 107.1K t |
| 2017 | $23.7M | 48.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports plaster board (other) from
Most of the value came from China (43%), Saudi Arabia (35%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+140% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.8M | 43% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.9M | 35% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 11% |
| Denmark | $2.1M | 8.1% |
| Turkey | $362K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $107K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $82K | 0.3% |
| Bahrain | $77K | 0.3% |
| France | $49K | 0.2% |
| Kuwait | $46K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.29 per kg, 33% below the world average of $0.43, 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.
Plaster board (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $2.3 million of plaster board (other) in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (48%), Saudi Arabia (15%), Qatar (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+503% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.1M | 48% |
| Saudi Arabia | $346K | 15% |
| Qatar | $235K | 10% |
| Zambia | $173K | 7.6% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $129K | 5.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $101K | 4.5% |
| Singapore | $62K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $24K | 1.1% |
| Mozambique | $23K | 1% |
| Senegal | $21K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates plaster board (other) imports (HS 6809.19): 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 6809.19: Plaster, or plaster compositions: boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, (other than faced or reinforced with paper or paperboard only), not ornamented.
Common questions
What is the value of plaster board (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported plaster board (other) worth $25.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 88.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 212 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply plaster board (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($10.8 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (35%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 140% on the year.
What is the average import price of plaster board (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.29 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $0.43 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plaster board (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.7 million in 2017 to $25.3 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2018 at $36.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export plaster board (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $23.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for plaster board (other)?
The HS code for plaster board (other) is subheading 6809.19. 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 6809 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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