Preserved whole eggs imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported preserved whole eggs worth $3.3 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.5 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 | $3.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $3.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 2.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports preserved whole eggs from
The largest suppliers were Pakistan (23%), United States (22%), India (16%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+238% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $768K | 23% |
| United States | $750K | 23% |
| India | $545K | 16% |
| Egypt | $277K | 8.3% |
| Brazil | $249K | 7.5% |
| Togo | $236K | 7.1% |
| Netherlands | $131K | 3.9% |
| Thailand | $121K | 3.6% |
| China | $105K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $57K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.25 per kg, close to the world average of $2.39.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Preserved whole eggs exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of preserved whole eggs by the United Arab Emirates reached $727 thousand in 2024 (239 tonnes). Kuwait alone took 62% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $450K | 62% |
| Bahrain | $191K | 26% |
| Seychelles | $79K | 11% |
| Angola | $5K | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.2% |
| Maldives | $1K | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates preserved whole eggs imports (HS 0408.99): 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 0408.99: Eggs: birds' eggs (not in shell, excluding yolks only), fresh, cooked by steaming or boiling in water, moulded, frozen, otherwise preserved, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of preserved whole eggs imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported preserved whole eggs worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 163 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply preserved whole eggs to the United Arab Emirates?
Pakistan was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($768 thousand), followed by the United States (22%) and India (16%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 238% on the year.
What is the average import price of preserved whole eggs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.25 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $2.39 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of preserved whole eggs to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2022 at $4.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export preserved whole eggs?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $727 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Bahrain and the Seychelles. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for preserved whole eggs?
The HS code for preserved whole eggs is subheading 0408.99. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0408 page.
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