Plastic and rubber injection molds imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $70.3 million of plastic and rubber injection molds in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 250% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $70.3M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $20.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $20.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $24.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $21.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $20.3M | 995 t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 717 t |
| 2017 | $17.5M | 1.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports plastic and rubber injection molds from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+619% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $42.9M | 61% |
| Germany | $6.9M | 9.8% |
| India | $4.3M | 6.1% |
| South Korea | $3.2M | 4.6% |
| Slovenia | $2.8M | 4% |
| Austria | $1.7M | 2.4% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 2.2% |
| Luxembourg | $1.4M | 2.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.2M | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $1.1M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.37 per kg, 36% below the world average of $20.81, 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.
Plastic and rubber injection molds exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported plastic and rubber injection molds worth $2.1 million (97 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (46%), Egypt (11%), United Kingdom (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Pakistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $967K | 46% |
| Egypt | $223K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $209K | 10% |
| Angola | $183K | 8.7% |
| Switzerland | $151K | 7.2% |
| India | $122K | 5.8% |
| Pakistan | $56K | 2.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $38K | 1.8% |
| Nigeria | $38K | 1.8% |
| Austria | $36K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates plastic and rubber injection molds imports (HS 8480.71): 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 8480.71: Moulds: for rubber or plastics, injection or compression types.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic and rubber injection molds imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported plastic and rubber injection molds worth $70.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 188 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 250% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic and rubber injection molds to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($42.9 million), followed by Germany (10%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 620% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic and rubber injection molds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.37 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $20.81 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic and rubber injection molds to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.5 million in 2017 to $70.3 million in 2024, an increase of 301%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $25.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export plastic and rubber injection molds?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Egypt and the United Kingdom. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $68.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic and rubber injection molds?
The HS code for plastic and rubber injection molds is subheading 8480.71. 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 8480 page.
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