Pulp making machinery imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported pulp making machinery worth $40.0 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 143 countries. That is 99% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 61% 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 | $40.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $20.1M | 742 t |
| 2022 | $852K | 77 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 62 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 83 t |
| 2019 | $231K | 47 t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 46 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 19 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports pulp making machinery from
Sweden alone supplied 91% of it. Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $36.4M | 91% |
| China | $2.4M | 5.9% |
| India | $873K | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $162K | 0.4% |
| Brazil | $147K | 0.4% |
| United States | $18K | 0% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $37.74 per kg, 122% above the world average of $16.99. 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 pulp making machinery imports (HS 8439.10): 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 8439.10: Machinery: for making pulp of fibrous cellulosic material.
Common questions
What is the value of pulp making machinery imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported pulp making machinery worth $40.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 143 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 99% on 2023.
Which countries supply pulp making machinery to the United Arab Emirates?
Sweden was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($36.4 million), followed by China (6%) and India (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 114% on the year.
What is the average import price of pulp making machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $37.74 per kg in 2024, 122% above the world average of $16.99 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pulp making machinery to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $40.0 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for pulp making machinery?
The HS code for pulp making machinery is subheading 8439.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8439 page.
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