Prepared fish (other species) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of prepared fish (other species) by the United Arab Emirates reached $4.2 million in 2024 (675 tonnes). Value fell 25% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $6.9 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 | $4.2M | 675 t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 639 t |
| 2020 | $6.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $5.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 872 t |
| 2017 | $1.9M | 336 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports prepared fish (other species) from
The largest suppliers were United Kingdom (35%), China (25%), Philippines (14%). Among the main suppliers, Philippines grew fastest (+786% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 35% |
| China | $1.0M | 25% |
| Philippines | $587K | 14% |
| Malaysia | $340K | 8.2% |
| Germany | $280K | 6.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $193K | 4.6% |
| France | $58K | 1.4% |
| Thailand | $43K | 1% |
| Ireland | $37K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $35K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.17 per kg, 39% above the world average of $4.45. 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.
Prepared fish (other species) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported prepared fish (other species) worth $980 thousand (98 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Bahrain (43%), Saudi Arabia (23%), Seychelles (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | $425K | 43% |
| Saudi Arabia | $223K | 23% |
| Seychelles | $153K | 16% |
| Tunisia | $80K | 8.2% |
| Kuwait | $61K | 6.2% |
| Maldives | $20K | 2.1% |
| Japan | $9K | 0.9% |
| Morocco | $4K | 0.4% |
| Mozambique | $3K | 0.3% |
| Senegal | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates prepared fish (other species) imports (HS 1604.19): 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 1604.19: Fish preparations: fish prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced), n.e.c. in heading no. 1604.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared fish (other species) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported prepared fish (other species) worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 675 tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared fish (other species) to the United Arab Emirates?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by China (25%) and the Philippines (14%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. The Philippines grew fastest among the top ten, up 786% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared fish (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.17 per kg in 2024, 39% above the world average of $4.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of prepared fish (other species) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.9 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 121%. The peak was 2020 at $6.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export prepared fish (other species)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $980 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and the Seychelles. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared fish (other species)?
The HS code for prepared fish (other species) is subheading 1604.19. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1604 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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