Rubber surgical gloves imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rubber surgical gloves by the United Arab Emirates reached $25.2 million in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). That is 29% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $25.2M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $19.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $18.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $15.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $14.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 578 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports rubber surgical gloves from
Most of the value came from China (38%), Malaysia (28%), India (17%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.7M | 38% |
| Malaysia | $7.0M | 28% |
| India | $4.4M | 17% |
| Thailand | $2.7M | 11% |
| Germany | $558K | 2.2% |
| Indonesia | $537K | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $121K | 0.5% |
| Sri Lanka | $50K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $33K | 0.1% |
| United States | $33K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.72 per kg, close to the world average of $5.55.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rubber surgical gloves exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported rubber surgical gloves worth $1.5 million (220 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Denmark (49%), Zimbabwe (12%), Zambia (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Seychelles grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $722K | 50% |
| Zimbabwe | $179K | 12% |
| Zambia | $132K | 9% |
| Kenya | $104K | 7.1% |
| Mozambique | $92K | 6.3% |
| Seychelles | $67K | 4.6% |
| Tanzania | $60K | 4.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $42K | 2.9% |
| Mauritius | $28K | 1.9% |
| Maldives | $11K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates rubber surgical gloves imports (HS 4015.11): 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 4015.11: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), surgical gloves.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber surgical gloves imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported rubber surgical gloves worth $25.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber surgical gloves to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($9.7 million), followed by Malaysia (28%) and India (17%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 533% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber surgical gloves per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.72 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $5.55 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber surgical gloves to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $25.2 million in 2024, an increase of 497%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export rubber surgical gloves?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Denmark, Zimbabwe and Zambia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $23.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber surgical gloves?
The HS code for rubber surgical gloves is subheading 4015.11. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4015 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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