Rubber gaskets and seals imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rubber gaskets and seals by the United Arab Emirates reached $167.3 million in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $167.3M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $190.9M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $154.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $125.1M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $119.4M | 4.8K t |
| 2019 | $131.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $110.6M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $95.0M | 3.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports rubber gaskets and seals from
Most of the value came from United States (27%), China (10%), Germany (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+171% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $44.4M | 27% |
| China | $16.3M | 9.7% |
| Germany | $14.7M | 8.8% |
| Japan | $14.2M | 8.5% |
| United Kingdom | $11.8M | 7% |
| India | $10.3M | 6.2% |
| Singapore | $8.1M | 4.8% |
| Bahrain | $7.0M | 4.2% |
| France | $5.1M | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $4.0M | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.00 per kg, 87% above the world average of $18.20. 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.
Rubber gaskets and seals exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of rubber gaskets and seals by the United Arab Emirates reached $26.7 million in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (24%), Kuwait (21%), Morocco (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+410% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $6.5M | 24% |
| Kuwait | $5.7M | 21% |
| Morocco | $2.3M | 8.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 7.1% |
| Egypt | $1.2M | 4.5% |
| Canada | $876K | 3.3% |
| India | $700K | 2.6% |
| Seychelles | $551K | 2.1% |
| Angola | $507K | 1.9% |
| Qatar | $479K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates rubber gaskets and seals imports (HS 4016.93): 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 4016.93: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber gaskets and seals imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported rubber gaskets and seals worth $167.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber gaskets and seals to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($44.4 million), followed by China (10%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 81 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 171% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber gaskets and seals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.00 per kg in 2024, 87% above the world average of $18.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rubber gaskets and seals to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $95.0 million in 2017 to $167.3 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. The peak was 2023 at $190.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $136.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export rubber gaskets and seals?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $26.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Morocco. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $140.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber gaskets and seals?
The HS code for rubber gaskets and seals is subheading 4016.93. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4016 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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