Prepared mortars and concretes exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of prepared mortars and concretes by the United Arab Emirates reached $9.3 million in 2024 (28.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 50% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $28.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9.3M | 28.7K t |
| 2023 | $18.6M | 44.1K t |
| 2022 | $19.8M | 43.4K t |
| 2021 | $14.8M | 40.7K t |
| 2020 | $10.5M | 34.9K t |
| 2019 | $18.1M | 57.9K t |
| 2018 | $28.5M | 75.1K t |
| 2017 | $14.6M | 40.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports prepared mortars and concretes to
The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (25%), Saudi Arabia (19%), Qatar (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+613% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $2.3M | 25% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.7M | 19% |
| Qatar | $1.3M | 14% |
| Bahrain | $772K | 8.3% |
| Seychelles | $629K | 6.8% |
| Pakistan | $347K | 3.8% |
| Tanzania | $311K | 3.4% |
| Egypt | $277K | 3% |
| Maldives | $263K | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $256K | 2.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.32 per kg, close to the world average of $0.28.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Prepared mortars and concretes imports to the United Arab Emirates
Imports of prepared mortars and concretes by the United Arab Emirates reached $7.1 million in 2024 (7.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Spain (28%), Germany (22%), Italy (13%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $2.0M | 28% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 22% |
| Italy | $896K | 13% |
| Malaysia | $758K | 11% |
| Belgium | $415K | 5.9% |
| Greece | $389K | 5.5% |
| United States | $256K | 3.6% |
| China | $194K | 2.8% |
| Switzerland | $163K | 2.3% |
| France | $100K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates prepared mortars and concretes exports (HS 3824.50): 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 3824.50: Mortars and concretes: non-refractory.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared mortars and concretes exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported prepared mortars and concretes worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 127 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 50% on 2023.
Which countries buy prepared mortars and concretes from the United Arab Emirates?
Kuwait was the largest buyer with 25% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (19%) and Qatar (14%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 42 buyer countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 613% on the year.
What is the average export price of prepared mortars and concretes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.32 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $0.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of prepared mortars and concretes from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.6 million in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2018 at $28.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import prepared mortars and concretes?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $7.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Spain, Germany and Italy. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared mortars and concretes?
The HS code for prepared mortars and concretes is subheading 3824.50. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3824 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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