Renewable energy generator sets imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $13.1 million of renewable energy generator sets in 2024 (615 tonnes). That is 86% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $97.1 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 | $13.1M | 615 t |
| 2023 | $93.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $29.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $47.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $97.1M | 4.8K t |
| 2019 | $39.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $16.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $16.9M | 1.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports renewable energy generator sets from
The largest suppliers were India (22%), United States (19%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+390% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.9M | 22% |
| United States | $2.6M | 19% |
| China | $2.2M | 17% |
| Sweden | $2.0M | 15% |
| Pakistan | $735K | 5.6% |
| Japan | $718K | 5.5% |
| South Korea | $546K | 4.2% |
| France | $480K | 3.7% |
| Poland | $319K | 2.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $168K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.37 per kg, 57% above the world average of $13.59. 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.
Renewable energy generator sets exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $7.0 million of renewable energy generator sets in 2024 (448 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+309% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.5M | 79% |
| Saudi Arabia | $601K | 8.6% |
| Egypt | $289K | 4.1% |
| Nigeria | $191K | 2.7% |
| Zambia | $175K | 2.5% |
| Burkina Faso | $64K | 0.9% |
| Tanzania | $24K | 0.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $21K | 0.3% |
| Uzbekistan | $21K | 0.3% |
| Malawi | $17K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates renewable energy generator sets imports (HS 8502.39): 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 8502.39: Electric generating sets: (excluding those with spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines), other than wind powered.
Common questions
What is the value of renewable energy generator sets imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported renewable energy generator sets worth $13.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 615 tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 205 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 86% on 2023.
Which countries supply renewable energy generator sets to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by the United States (19%) and China (17%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 390% on the year.
What is the average import price of renewable energy generator sets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.37 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $13.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of renewable energy generator sets to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.9 million in 2017 to $13.1 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2020 at $97.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $44.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export renewable energy generator sets?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $7.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for renewable energy generator sets?
The HS code for renewable energy generator sets is subheading 8502.39. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8502 page.
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