Processed magnesium sulfate imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of processed magnesium sulfate by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.4 million in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 5% less 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 | $2.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 3.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports processed magnesium sulfate from
Most of the value came from Ireland (42%), Germany (35%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+112% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $995K | 42% |
| Germany | $834K | 35% |
| China | $251K | 11% |
| Czech Republic | $184K | 7.7% |
| India | $100K | 4.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $19K | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.74 per kg, 185% above the world average of $0.26. 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.
Processed magnesium sulfate exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $212 thousand of processed magnesium sulfate in 2024 (355 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Zimbabwe (43%), Kenya (28%), Zambia (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest (+626% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $91K | 43% |
| Kenya | $60K | 28% |
| Zambia | $23K | 11% |
| Uganda | $21K | 9.8% |
| Senegal | $12K | 5.7% |
| Bahrain | $6K | 2.8% |
| Maldives | $0K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates processed magnesium sulfate imports (HS 2833.21): 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 2833.21: Sulphates: of magnesium.
Common questions
What is the value of processed magnesium sulfate imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported processed magnesium sulfate worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 190 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply processed magnesium sulfate to the United Arab Emirates?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($995 thousand), followed by Germany (35%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 643% on the year.
What is the average import price of processed magnesium sulfate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.74 per kg in 2024, 185% above the world average of $0.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of processed magnesium sulfate to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2022 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export processed magnesium sulfate?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $212 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Kenya and Zambia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for processed magnesium sulfate?
The HS code for processed magnesium sulfate is subheading 2833.21. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2833 page.
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