Road rollers and compactors imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $37.3 million of road rollers and compactors in 2024 (9.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $37.3M | 9.2K t |
| 2023 | $32.1M | 8.3K t |
| 2022 | $27.4M | 7.8K t |
| 2021 | $21.0M | 6.3K t |
| 2020 | $21.2M | 7.2K t |
| 2019 | $18.2M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $17.9M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $18.4M | 4.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports road rollers and compactors from
Most of the value came from China (26%), India (21%), Germany (18%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+533% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.7M | 26% |
| India | $7.8M | 21% |
| Germany | $6.8M | 18% |
| Japan | $4.9M | 13% |
| United States | $2.4M | 6.5% |
| Czech Republic | $1.4M | 3.7% |
| Zambia | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $658K | 1.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $389K | 1% |
| Belgium | $261K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.05 per kg, 28% below the world average of $5.65, 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.
Road rollers and compactors exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of road rollers and compactors by the United Arab Emirates reached $526 thousand in 2024 (135 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Senegal (37%), Australia (15%), Malawi (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Senegal grew fastest (+153% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $193K | 37% |
| Australia | $80K | 15% |
| Malawi | $68K | 13% |
| Seychelles | $51K | 9.7% |
| Tanzania | $50K | 9.5% |
| Cyprus | $27K | 5.1% |
| Uganda | $26K | 4.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $25K | 4.7% |
| Kenya | $6K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates road rollers and compactors imports (HS 8429.40): 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 8429.40: Tamping machines and road rollers: self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of road rollers and compactors imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported road rollers and compactors worth $37.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 206 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply road rollers and compactors to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($9.7 million), followed by India (21%) and Germany (18%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 533% on the year.
What is the average import price of road rollers and compactors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.05 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $5.65 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of road rollers and compactors to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.4 million in 2017 to $37.3 million in 2024, an increase of 102%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $24.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export road rollers and compactors?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $526 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Australia and Malawi. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $36.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for road rollers and compactors?
The HS code for road rollers and compactors is subheading 8429.40. 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 8429 page.
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