Skim milk imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of skim milk by the United Arab Emirates reached $82.1 million in 2024 (183.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 215 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 59% 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 | $82.1M | 183.2K t |
| 2023 | $83.4M | 81.4K t |
| 2022 | $68.8M | 87.4K t |
| 2021 | $49.2M | 69.2K t |
| 2020 | $47.4M | 59.1K t |
| 2019 | $58.8M | 59.7K t |
| 2018 | $53.4M | 56.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 557 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports skim milk from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 97% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $79.3M | 97% |
| Denmark | $2.2M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $308K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $164K | 0.2% |
| Kuwait | $38K | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $36K | 0% |
| Turkey | $30K | 0% |
| Egypt | $18K | 0% |
| France | $12K | 0% |
| Bahrain | $4K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.45 per kg, 24% below the world average of $0.59, 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.
Skim milk exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $5.3 million of skim milk in 2024 (13.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Mauritania accounted for 87% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+459% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates skim milk imports (HS 0401.10): 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 0401.10: Dairy produce: milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, not exceeding 1%.
Common questions
What is the value of skim milk imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported skim milk worth $82.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 183.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 215 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply skim milk to the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($79.3 million), followed by Denmark (3%) and Italy (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of skim milk per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.45 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $0.59 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of skim milk to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $82.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $83.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $55.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export skim milk?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $5.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mauritania, Kuwait and the Seychelles. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $76.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for skim milk?
The HS code for skim milk is subheading 0401.10. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0401 page.
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