Refillable lighter imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $29.3 million of refillable lighter in 2024 (5.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 193 countries. Value rose 147% on 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 | $29.3M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $11.9M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $10.7M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $8.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $8.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $9.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $21.4M | 430 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports refillable lighter from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+159% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $28.0M | 96% |
| Switzerland | $488K | 1.7% |
| France | $399K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $241K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $44K | 0.2% |
| United States | $32K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $27K | 0.1% |
| India | $23K | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | $14K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.19 per kg, 34% below the world average of $7.90, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Refillable lighter exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of refillable lighter by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.2 million in 2024 (148 tonnes). Most of it went to United Kingdom (48%), Israel (36%), Georgia (13%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $587K | 48% |
| Israel | $445K | 36% |
| Georgia | $157K | 13% |
| Seychelles | $19K | 1.5% |
| Bahrain | $8K | 0.7% |
| Senegal | $5K | 0.4% |
| Switzerland | $5K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.2% |
| Zambia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates refillable lighter imports (HS 9613.20): 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 9613.20: Lighters: pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable.
Common questions
What is the value of refillable lighter imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported refillable lighter worth $29.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 193 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 147% on 2023.
Which countries supply refillable lighter to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($28.0 million), followed by Switzerland (2%) and France (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 358% on the year.
What is the average import price of refillable lighter per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.19 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $7.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of refillable lighter to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.4 million in 2017 to $29.3 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export refillable lighter?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Israel and Georgia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $28.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for refillable lighter?
The HS code for refillable lighter is subheading 9613.20. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9613 page.
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