Starch adhesive imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of starch adhesive by the United Arab Emirates reached $8.2 million in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 75% 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 | $8.2M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.3M | 6.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $160K | 113 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports starch adhesive from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+425% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $7.0M | 85% |
| China | $642K | 7.9% |
| Italy | $142K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $74K | 0.9% |
| India | $65K | 0.8% |
| Egypt | $62K | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $50K | 0.6% |
| Malaysia | $49K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $38K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $30K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.22 per kg, 111% above the world average of $1.05. 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.
Starch adhesive exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $363 thousand of starch adhesive in 2024 (255 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Indonesia (41%), Kuwait (23%), Saudi Arabia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $147K | 41% |
| Kuwait | $82K | 23% |
| Saudi Arabia | $45K | 12% |
| Tanzania | $32K | 8.7% |
| Zambia | $21K | 5.6% |
| Mozambique | $13K | 3.4% |
| India | $11K | 3% |
| Zimbabwe | $8K | 2.2% |
| Seychelles | $3K | 0.7% |
| Uganda | $2K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates starch adhesive imports (HS 3505.20): 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 3505.20: Glues: based on starches, or on dextrins or other modified starches.
Common questions
What is the value of starch adhesive imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported starch adhesive worth $8.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 198 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply starch adhesive to the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by China (8%) and Italy (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 425% on the year.
What is the average import price of starch adhesive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.22 per kg in 2024, 111% above the world average of $1.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of starch adhesive to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $160 thousand in 2017 to $8.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export starch adhesive?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $363 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Indonesia, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $7.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for starch adhesive?
The HS code for starch adhesive is subheading 3505.20. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3505 page.
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