Soda ash exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of soda ash by the United Arab Emirates reached $54.8 million in 2024 (248.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 48% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $54.8M | 248.2K t |
| 2023 | $36.9M | 108.2K t |
| 2022 | $55.7M | 135.7K t |
| 2021 | $39.2M | 164.8K t |
| 2020 | $27.5M | 123.5K t |
| 2019 | $11.9M | 42.2K t |
| 2018 | $8.9M | 28.2K t |
| 2017 | $7.4M | 27.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports soda ash to
The largest buyer markets were India (49%), China (39%), Indonesia (8%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $26.7M | 49% |
| China | $21.6M | 40% |
| Indonesia | $4.5M | 8.3% |
| Tanzania | $978K | 1.8% |
| Malaysia | $832K | 1.5% |
| Kenya | $52K | 0.1% |
| Mauritius | $37K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $17K | 0% |
| Sri Lanka | $8K | 0% |
| Kuwait | $5K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.22 per kg, close to the world average of $0.26.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Soda ash imports to the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates imported $29.0 million of soda ash in 2024 (140.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Bosnia Herzegovina grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $17.5M | 60% |
| Pakistan | $4.1M | 14% |
| United States | $3.3M | 11% |
| Bulgaria | $2.0M | 7% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $1.2M | 4% |
| India | $906K | 3.1% |
| Spain | $55K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $27K | 0.1% |
| Kenya | $17K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $6K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates soda ash exports (HS 2836.20): 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 2836.20: Carbonates: disodium carbonate.
Common questions
What is the value of soda ash exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported soda ash worth $54.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 248.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 111 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 48% on 2023.
Which countries buy soda ash from the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest buyer with 49% of the value ($26.7 million), followed by China (39%) and Indonesia (8%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 440% on the year.
What is the average export price of soda ash per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.22 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $0.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of soda ash from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.4 million in 2017 to $54.8 million in 2024, an increase of 635%. The peak was 2022 at $55.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import soda ash?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $29.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, Pakistan and the United States. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $25.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for soda ash?
The HS code for soda ash is subheading 2836.20. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2836 page.
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