Sodium sulfate exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported sodium sulfate worth $7.4 million (22.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 80 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $7.4M | 22.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 21.4K t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 5.7K t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $815K | 6.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 10.7K t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 12.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 16.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports sodium sulfate to
Zambia alone took 95% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $7.0M | 95% |
| Zimbabwe | $183K | 2.5% |
| Pakistan | $160K | 2.2% |
| Tanzania | $57K | 0.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.33 per kg, 200% above the world average of $0.11. 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.
Sodium sulfate imports to the United Arab Emirates
Imports of sodium sulfate by the United Arab Emirates reached $5.1 million in 2024 (66.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were India (46%), China (44%), Spain (9%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+418% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.4M | 46% |
| China | $2.3M | 44% |
| Spain | $463K | 9% |
| Turkey | $54K | 1% |
| South Korea | $2K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates sodium sulfate exports (HS 2833.11): 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 2833.11: Sodium sulphates: disodium sulphate.
Common questions
What is the value of sodium sulfate exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported sodium sulfate worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 22.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 80 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy sodium sulfate from the United Arab Emirates?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 95% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by Zimbabwe (2%) and Pakistan (2%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. Sri Lanka grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average export price of sodium sulfate per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.33 per kg in 2024, 200% above the world average of $0.11 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of sodium sulfate from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 358%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import sodium sulfate?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $5.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and Spain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for sodium sulfate?
The HS code for sodium sulfate is subheading 2833.11. 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 2833 page.
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