Rubber plasticizers exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
The United Arab Emirates exported $14.8 million of rubber plasticizers in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 63% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 44% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $43.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14.8M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $40.2M | 26.1K t |
| 2022 | $43.1M | 16.1K t |
| 2021 | $30.5M | 11.6K t |
| 2020 | $21.7M | 9.7K t |
| 2019 | $16.3M | 7.7K t |
| 2018 | $10.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 1.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports rubber plasticizers to
One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 97% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $14.3M | 97% |
| Indonesia | $211K | 1.4% |
| Georgia | $141K | 1% |
| Maldives | $39K | 0.3% |
| Kenya | $37K | 0.3% |
| United States | $31K | 0.2% |
| Philippines | $21K | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | $6K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $1K | 0% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.00 per kg, 56% above the world average of $2.57. 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 plasticizers imports to the United Arab Emirates
Imports of rubber plasticizers by the United Arab Emirates reached $8.5 million in 2024 (6.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Saudi Arabia (30%), China (25%), India (21%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+228% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.5M | 30% |
| China | $2.2M | 25% |
| India | $1.8M | 21% |
| United States | $1.1M | 13% |
| South Korea | $456K | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $194K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $193K | 2.3% |
| Malaysia | $48K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $31K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $21K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates rubber plasticizers exports (HS 3812.20): 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 3812.20: Plasticisers, compound: for rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber plasticizers exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported rubber plasticizers worth $14.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 93 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 63% on 2023.
Which countries buy rubber plasticizers from the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 97% of the value ($14.3 million), followed by Indonesia (1%) and Georgia (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. The Maldives grew fastest among the top ten, up 256% on the year.
What is the average export price of rubber plasticizers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.00 per kg in 2024, 56% above the world average of $2.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of rubber plasticizers from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $14.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $43.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import rubber plasticizers?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $8.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, China and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber plasticizers?
The HS code for rubber plasticizers is subheading 3812.20. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3812 page.
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