Shaped hardwood imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of shaped hardwood by the United Arab Emirates reached $6.5 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 50% on 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 | $6.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 846 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 4.0K t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 1.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports shaped hardwood from
Most of the value came from Italy (22%), India (18%), Serbia (16%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.4M | 22% |
| India | $1.2M | 18% |
| Serbia | $1.0M | 16% |
| Poland | $418K | 6.4% |
| China | $357K | 5.5% |
| Estonia | $319K | 4.9% |
| United Kingdom | $314K | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $243K | 3.7% |
| Switzerland | $237K | 3.6% |
| Latvia | $187K | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.72 per kg, 105% above the world average of $2.30. 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.
Shaped hardwood exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of shaped hardwood by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.1 million in 2024 (282 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $777K | 72% |
| Tanzania | $127K | 12% |
| Seychelles | $52K | 4.8% |
| Switzerland | $43K | 4% |
| Uzbekistan | $28K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $23K | 2.1% |
| Maldives | $9K | 0.8% |
| Kuwait | $9K | 0.8% |
| France | $6K | 0.6% |
| Senegal | $4K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates shaped hardwood imports (HS 4409.29): 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 4409.29: Wood: non-coniferous, other than bamboo or tropical wood, (including unassembled strips and friezes for parquet flooring), continuously shaped along any edges, ends or faces, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed.
Common questions
What is the value of shaped hardwood imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported shaped hardwood worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 206 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply shaped hardwood to the United Arab Emirates?
Italy was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by India (18%) and Serbia (16%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Serbia grew fastest among the top ten, up 154% on the year.
What is the average import price of shaped hardwood per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.72 per kg in 2024, 105% above the world average of $2.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of shaped hardwood to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export shaped hardwood?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Tanzania and the Seychelles. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for shaped hardwood?
The HS code for shaped hardwood is subheading 4409.29. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4409 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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