Softwood plywood imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $16.1 million of softwood plywood in 2024 (25.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 57% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $113.0 million.
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 | $16.1M | 25.5K t |
| 2023 | $37.9M | 64.1K t |
| 2022 | $43.1M | 79.0K t |
| 2021 | $38.3M | 73.9K t |
| 2020 | $43.9M | 92.9K t |
| 2019 | $78.5M | 163.4K t |
| 2018 | $113.0M | 225.4K t |
| 2017 | $29.8M | 38.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports softwood plywood from
China alone supplied 78% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.6M | 78% |
| India | $2.9M | 18% |
| Brazil | $260K | 1.6% |
| United States | $172K | 1.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $77K | 0.5% |
| Malaysia | $62K | 0.4% |
| Finland | $27K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $22K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $18K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.63 per kg, close to the world average of $0.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Softwood plywood exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $462 thousand of softwood plywood in 2024 (705 tonnes). Most of it went to Israel (46%), Gambia (13%), Saudi Arabia (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Seychelles grew fastest (+236% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $212K | 46% |
| Gambia | $58K | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $51K | 11% |
| Seychelles | $34K | 7.3% |
| Kenya | $29K | 6.3% |
| South Africa | $22K | 4.8% |
| France | $20K | 4.4% |
| Qatar | $19K | 4.2% |
| Angola | $10K | 2.1% |
| Malawi | $6K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates softwood plywood imports (HS 4412.39): 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 4412.39: Plywood: consisting only of sheets of wood (not bamboo), each ply 6mm or thinner, with both outer plies of coniferous wood.
Common questions
What is the value of softwood plywood imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported softwood plywood worth $16.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 213 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 57% on 2023.
Which countries supply softwood plywood to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($12.6 million), followed by India (18%) and Brazil (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 641% on the year.
What is the average import price of softwood plywood per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.63 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.66 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of softwood plywood to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.8 million in 2017 to $16.1 million in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2018 at $113.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $50.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export softwood plywood?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $462 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, the Gambia and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $15.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for softwood plywood?
The HS code for softwood plywood is subheading 4412.39. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4412 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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