Seat parts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $263.2 million of seat parts in 2024 (8.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 19% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $263.2M | 8.1K t |
| 2023 | $220.4M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $100.6M | 8.7K t |
| 2021 | $60.5M | 7.9K t |
| 2020 | $86.9M | 7.2K t |
| 2019 | $102.8M | 7.7K t |
| 2018 | $76.4M | 9.9K t |
| 2017 | $81.8M | 8.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports seat parts from
The largest suppliers were United States (37%), United Kingdom (21%), China (18%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $96.4M | 37% |
| United Kingdom | $54.7M | 21% |
| China | $47.1M | 18% |
| France | $37.0M | 14% |
| Germany | $11.6M | 4.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.4M | 0.9% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 0.9% |
| Denmark | $2.3M | 0.9% |
| India | $1.8M | 0.7% |
| Singapore | $1.3M | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.40 per kg, 203% above the world average of $10.68. 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.
Seat parts exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $16.6 million of seat parts in 2024 (614 tonnes). Most of it went to United Kingdom (43%), United States (36%), Kuwait (4%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+518% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $7.0M | 43% |
| United States | $5.9M | 36% |
| Kuwait | $744K | 4.5% |
| Germany | $584K | 3.5% |
| Hong Kong | $516K | 3.1% |
| India | $478K | 2.9% |
| Philippines | $221K | 1.3% |
| Australia | $208K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $148K | 0.9% |
| France | $132K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates seat parts imports (HS 9401.90): 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 9401.90: Seat: parts.
Common questions
What is the value of seat parts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported seat parts worth $263.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply seat parts to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($96.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (21%) and China (18%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 426% on the year.
What is the average import price of seat parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.40 per kg in 2024, 203% above the world average of $10.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of seat parts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $81.8 million in 2017 to $263.2 million in 2024, an increase of 222%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $124.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export seat parts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $16.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, the United States and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $246.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for seat parts?
The HS code for seat parts is subheading 9401.90. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9401 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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