Tents (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $20.2 million of tents (other) in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 213 countries. That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $30.9 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 | $20.2M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $25.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $16.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $30.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $7.5M | 2.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports tents (other) from
One supplier dominates: Pakistan accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $16.7M | 83% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.9M | 9.5% |
| South Africa | $599K | 3% |
| China | $518K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $189K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $109K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $43K | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | $23K | 0.1% |
| United States | $18K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $17K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.69 per kg, close to the world average of $4.18.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tents (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of tents (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.3 million in 2024 (97 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Senegal accounted for 62% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $813K | 63% |
| Hungary | $279K | 21% |
| Zimbabwe | $67K | 5.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $37K | 2.8% |
| Seychelles | $31K | 2.4% |
| Israel | $13K | 1% |
| Qatar | $10K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $9K | 0.7% |
| India | $5K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $5K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates tents (other) imports (HS 6306.29): 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 6306.29: Tents: of textile materials other than synthetic fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of tents (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported tents (other) worth $20.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 213 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply tents (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
Pakistan was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($16.7 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (9%) and South Africa (3%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 387% on the year.
What is the average import price of tents (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.69 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $4.18 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tents (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.5 million in 2017 to $20.2 million in 2024, an increase of 168%. The peak was 2021 at $30.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export tents (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Hungary and Zimbabwe. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $18.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for tents (other)?
The HS code for tents (other) is subheading 6306.29. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6306 page.
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