Self-propelled earth handling machinery imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of self-propelled earth handling machinery by the United Arab Emirates reached $40.8 million in 2024 (7.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 188 countries. That is 134% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% 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 | $40.8M | 7.8K t |
| 2023 | $17.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 481 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 380 t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 697 t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 557 t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 780 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports self-propelled earth handling machinery from
China alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $25.5M | 62% |
| South Africa | $4.2M | 10% |
| Singapore | $2.0M | 4.9% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 3.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.2M | 3% |
| India | $947K | 2.3% |
| United States | $944K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $862K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $665K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.25 per kg, 46% below the world average of $9.73, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates self-propelled earth handling machinery imports (HS 8430.50): 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 8430.50: Machinery: for handling earth, minerals or ores, self-propelled, n.e.c. in heading no. 8430.
Common questions
What is the value of self-propelled earth handling machinery imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported self-propelled earth handling machinery worth $40.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 188 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 134% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-propelled earth handling machinery to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($25.5 million), followed by South Africa (10%) and Singapore (5%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 411% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-propelled earth handling machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.25 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $9.73 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of self-propelled earth handling machinery to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $40.8 million in 2024, an increase of 903%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-propelled earth handling machinery?
The HS code for self-propelled earth handling machinery is subheading 8430.50. 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 8430 page.
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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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