Toxins and microorganism cultures imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $181.6 million of toxins and microorganism cultures in 2024 (373 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 94% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $181.6M | 373 t |
| 2023 | $93.8M | 252 t |
| 2022 | $90.5M | 243 t |
| 2021 | $109.0M | 117 t |
| 2020 | $38.7M | 97 t |
| 2019 | $41.3M | 129 t |
| 2018 | $48.6M | 400 t |
| 2017 | $37.5M | 156 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports toxins and microorganism cultures from
United States alone supplied 70% of it. Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $128.0M | 71% |
| Switzerland | $13.8M | 7.6% |
| United Kingdom | $11.8M | 6.5% |
| India | $10.5M | 5.8% |
| Denmark | $6.5M | 3.6% |
| France | $3.1M | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $2.4M | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.1M | 1.2% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 1% |
| Turkey | $435K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $487.24 per kg, 290% above the world average of $124.82. 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.
Toxins and microorganism cultures exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $2.0 million of toxins and microorganism cultures in 2024 (44 tonnes). Nigeria alone took 67% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $1.3M | 67% |
| Germany | $338K | 17% |
| Spain | $64K | 3.2% |
| Mozambique | $58K | 2.9% |
| South Africa | $52K | 2.6% |
| Angola | $47K | 2.3% |
| South Korea | $30K | 1.5% |
| Central African Republic | $13K | 0.7% |
| France | $12K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $11K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates toxins and microorganism cultures imports (HS 3002.90): 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 3002.90: Toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products.
Common questions
What is the value of toxins and microorganism cultures imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported toxins and microorganism cultures worth $181.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 373 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 211 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 94% on 2023.
Which countries supply toxins and microorganism cultures to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($128.0 million), followed by Switzerland (8%) and the United Kingdom (7%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average import price of toxins and microorganism cultures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $487.24 per kg in 2024, 290% above the world average of $124.82 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of toxins and microorganism cultures to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37.5 million in 2017 to $181.6 million in 2024, an increase of 384%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $80.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export toxins and microorganism cultures?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Germany and Spain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $179.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for toxins and microorganism cultures?
The HS code for toxins and microorganism cultures is subheading 3002.90. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3002 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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