Porcelain bathroom sanitary ware imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported porcelain bathroom sanitary ware worth $128.6 million (38.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 219 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 81% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $179.8 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 | $128.6M | 38.2K t |
| 2023 | $71.2M | 38.4K t |
| 2022 | $91.1M | 41.9K t |
| 2021 | $79.9M | 37.4K t |
| 2020 | $86.2M | 25.1K t |
| 2019 | $102.0M | 37.0K t |
| 2018 | $83.8M | 31.8K t |
| 2017 | $179.8M | 42.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports porcelain bathroom sanitary ware from
China alone supplied 81% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+113% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $104.1M | 81% |
| Germany | $4.7M | 3.7% |
| Egypt | $3.7M | 2.9% |
| India | $2.8M | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $2.4M | 1.9% |
| Hungary | $2.1M | 1.6% |
| Portugal | $1.7M | 1.3% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 1.2% |
| Bulgaria | $1.2M | 1% |
| Italy | $994K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.37 per kg, 28% above the world average of $2.64. 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.
Porcelain bathroom sanitary ware exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $34.5 million of porcelain bathroom sanitary ware in 2024 (19.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (33%), Italy (26%), Saudi Arabia (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $11.3M | 33% |
| Italy | $9.0M | 26% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.6M | 7.5% |
| United States | $2.2M | 6.3% |
| France | $1.8M | 5.3% |
| Ireland | $1.2M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 3.2% |
| Australia | $539K | 1.6% |
| Morocco | $507K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $468K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates porcelain bathroom sanitary ware imports (HS 6910.10): 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 6910.10: Ceramic sinks, wash basins, wash basin pedestals, baths, bidets, water closet pans, flushing cisterns, urinals and similar sanitary fixtures: of porcelain or china.
Common questions
What is the value of porcelain bathroom sanitary ware imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported porcelain bathroom sanitary ware worth $128.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 219 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 81% on 2023.
Which countries supply porcelain bathroom sanitary ware to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($104.1 million), followed by Germany (4%) and Egypt (3%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 131% on the year.
What is the average import price of porcelain bathroom sanitary ware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.37 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $2.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of porcelain bathroom sanitary ware to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $179.8 million in 2017 to $128.6 million in 2024, a fall of 28%. The peak was 2017 at $179.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $102.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export porcelain bathroom sanitary ware?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $34.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Italy and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $94.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for porcelain bathroom sanitary ware?
The HS code for porcelain bathroom sanitary ware is subheading 6910.10. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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