Propionic acid imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported propionic acid worth $2.5 million (998 tonnes). That is 173% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average.
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 | $2.5M | 998 t |
| 2023 | $904K | 236 t |
| 2022 | $1.3M | 455 t |
| 2021 | $728K | 263 t |
| 2020 | $666K | 265 t |
| 2019 | $704K | 219 t |
| 2018 | $528K | 172 t |
| 2017 | $585K | 240 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports propionic acid from
China alone supplied 59% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.5M | 59% |
| Switzerland | $433K | 18% |
| Netherlands | $388K | 16% |
| Italy | $71K | 2.9% |
| India | $63K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $30K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $14K | 0.6% |
| France | $7K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.47 per kg, 62% above the world average of $1.52. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates propionic acid imports (HS 2915.50): 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 2915.50: Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: propionic acid, its salts and esters.
Common questions
What is the value of propionic acid imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported propionic acid worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 998 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 152 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 173% on 2023.
Which countries supply propionic acid to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Switzerland (18%) and the Netherlands (16%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 597% on the year.
What is the average import price of propionic acid per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.47 per kg in 2024, 62% above the world average of $1.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of propionic acid to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $585 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 322%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $984 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for propionic acid?
The HS code for propionic acid is subheading 2915.50. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2915 page.
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