Plastic storage tanks imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported plastic storage tanks worth $26.8 million (9.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 41% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $26.8M | 9.5K t |
| 2023 | $19.0M | 8.9K t |
| 2022 | $15.6M | 5.6K t |
| 2021 | $17.1M | 7.6K t |
| 2020 | $19.3M | 8.1K t |
| 2019 | $24.7M | 9.6K t |
| 2018 | $18.1M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $20.0M | 8.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports plastic storage tanks from
The largest suppliers were South Korea (42%), Malaysia (13%), China (8%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $11.3M | 42% |
| Malaysia | $3.5M | 13% |
| China | $2.1M | 8% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.6M | 5.9% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 4.6% |
| United States | $873K | 3.3% |
| Japan | $872K | 3.3% |
| Egypt | $813K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $605K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.83 per kg, 27% below the world average of $3.86, 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 storage tanks exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of plastic storage tanks by the United Arab Emirates reached $4.0 million in 2024 (916 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (32%), Australia (19%), Qatar (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 32% |
| Australia | $749K | 19% |
| Qatar | $490K | 12% |
| Egypt | $411K | 10% |
| United States | $374K | 9.3% |
| Senegal | $156K | 3.9% |
| Canada | $95K | 2.4% |
| Central African Republic | $86K | 2.1% |
| Maldives | $74K | 1.9% |
| Greece | $59K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates plastic storage tanks imports (HS 3925.10): 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 3925.10: Plastics: builders' ware, reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers of a capacity exceeding 300 litres.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic storage tanks imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported plastic storage tanks worth $26.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 220 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic storage tanks to the United Arab Emirates?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($11.3 million), followed by Malaysia (13%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 419% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic storage tanks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.83 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $3.86 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic storage tanks to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.0 million in 2017 to $26.8 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export plastic storage tanks?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $4.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Australia and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $22.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic storage tanks?
The HS code for plastic storage tanks is subheading 3925.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3925 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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