Safety and relief valves imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of safety and relief valves by the United Arab Emirates reached $137.7 million in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 221 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 17% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $137.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $165.7M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $113.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $109.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $120.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $157.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $105.6M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $93.9M | 2.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports safety and relief valves from
Most of the value came from United States (23%), China (22%), Germany (9%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+135% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $31.1M | 23% |
| China | $30.6M | 22% |
| Germany | $12.3M | 9% |
| France | $11.2M | 8.2% |
| United Kingdom | $9.3M | 6.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.4M | 6.1% |
| Singapore | $6.6M | 4.8% |
| India | $6.5M | 4.7% |
| Italy | $5.4M | 3.9% |
| Japan | $2.5M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $55.25 per kg, 29% above the world average of $42.68. 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.
Safety and relief valves exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of safety and relief valves by the United Arab Emirates reached $23.8 million in 2024 (315 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Norway (15%), Saudi Arabia (13%), Brazil (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+564% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $3.6M | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.0M | 13% |
| Brazil | $3.0M | 13% |
| Azerbaijan | $2.2M | 9.1% |
| India | $2.0M | 8.6% |
| Indonesia | $1.2M | 5% |
| Egypt | $1.2M | 4.9% |
| China | $877K | 3.7% |
| Malaysia | $783K | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $777K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates safety and relief valves imports (HS 8481.40): 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 8481.40: Valves: safety or relief valves, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of safety and relief valves imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported safety and relief valves worth $137.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 221 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply safety and relief valves to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($31.1 million), followed by China (22%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 65 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 135% on the year.
What is the average import price of safety and relief valves per kg?
The average declared import value was about $55.25 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $42.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of safety and relief valves to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $93.9 million in 2017 to $137.7 million in 2024, an increase of 47%. The peak was 2023 at $165.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $125.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export safety and relief valves?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $23.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Norway, Saudi Arabia and Brazil. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $113.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for safety and relief valves?
The HS code for safety and relief valves is subheading 8481.40. 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 8481 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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