Sorting and screening machines imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported sorting and screening machines worth $31.4 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 34% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $31.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $23.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $14.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $12.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $11.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $20.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $21.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $14.8M | 1.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports sorting and screening machines from
Most of the value came from China (25%), United States (17%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+625% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.9M | 25% |
| United States | $5.2M | 17% |
| India | $4.8M | 15% |
| Germany | $4.1M | 13% |
| Italy | $2.9M | 9.3% |
| Canada | $2.8M | 9% |
| Turkey | $1.8M | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $440K | 1.4% |
| Austria | $368K | 1.2% |
| South Africa | $159K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.76 per kg, close to the world average of $7.82.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sorting and screening machines exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of sorting and screening machines by the United Arab Emirates reached $3.6 million in 2024 (460 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Angola (47%), Turkey (13%), India (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+272% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $1.7M | 47% |
| Turkey | $480K | 13% |
| India | $455K | 13% |
| Australia | $270K | 7.5% |
| Italy | $182K | 5.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $129K | 3.6% |
| Nigeria | $83K | 2.3% |
| China | $73K | 2% |
| Costa Rica | $52K | 1.5% |
| Malawi | $43K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates sorting and screening machines imports (HS 8474.10): 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 8474.10: Machines: for sorting, screening, separating or washing earth, stone, ores or other mineral substances.
Common questions
What is the value of sorting and screening machines imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported sorting and screening machines worth $31.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 201 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply sorting and screening machines to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($7.9 million), followed by the United States (17%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 625% on the year.
What is the average import price of sorting and screening machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.76 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $7.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sorting and screening machines to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.8 million in 2017 to $31.4 million in 2024, an increase of 112%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export sorting and screening machines?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, Turkey and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $27.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for sorting and screening machines?
The HS code for sorting and screening machines is subheading 8474.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8474 page.
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