Synthetic paraffin wax imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic paraffin wax by the United Arab Emirates reached $39.9 million in 2024 (94.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 17% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 58% 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 | $39.9M | 94.4K t |
| 2023 | $48.1M | 118.6K t |
| 2022 | $17.1M | 32.0K t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 713 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 1.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports synthetic paraffin wax from
Uzbekistan alone supplied 92% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Uzbekistan | $36.7M | 92% |
| China | $1.7M | 4.4% |
| United States | $498K | 1.3% |
| Malaysia | $243K | 0.6% |
| India | $194K | 0.5% |
| South Africa | $166K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $105K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $86K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $78K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $73K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.42 per kg, 70% below the world average of $1.41, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic paraffin wax exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $2.6 million of synthetic paraffin wax in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). Nigeria alone took 59% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $1.6M | 59% |
| Kenya | $166K | 6.3% |
| Angola | $153K | 5.8% |
| Tanzania | $145K | 5.5% |
| Pakistan | $133K | 5.1% |
| Mauritius | $120K | 4.5% |
| Senegal | $89K | 3.4% |
| South Africa | $69K | 2.6% |
| India | $56K | 2.1% |
| Morocco | $48K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates synthetic paraffin wax imports (HS 2712.20): 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 2712.20: Paraffin wax: containing by weight less than 0.75% of oil, obtained by synthesis or by other processes, whether or not coloured.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic paraffin wax imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported synthetic paraffin wax worth $39.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 94.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 189 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic paraffin wax to the United Arab Emirates?
Uzbekistan was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($36.7 million), followed by China (4%) and the United States (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 628% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic paraffin wax per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.42 per kg in 2024, 70% below the world average of $1.41 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic paraffin wax to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $39.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $48.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export synthetic paraffin wax?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Kenya and Angola. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $37.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic paraffin wax?
The HS code for synthetic paraffin wax is subheading 2712.20. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2712 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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