Track bulldozers imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of track bulldozers by the United Arab Emirates reached $181.9 million in 2024 (35.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 188 countries. Value fell 38% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $292.4 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 | $181.9M | 35.7K t |
| 2023 | $292.4M | 51.4K t |
| 2022 | $104.8M | 27.9K t |
| 2021 | $97.5M | 25.1K t |
| 2020 | $117.4M | 21.6K t |
| 2019 | $115.7M | 24.7K t |
| 2018 | $98.5M | 19.3K t |
| 2017 | $26.3M | 4.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports track bulldozers from
Most of the value came from Japan (46%), Thailand (19%), Brazil (16%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $84.1M | 46% |
| Thailand | $34.9M | 19% |
| Brazil | $28.4M | 16% |
| Saudi Arabia | $11.1M | 6.1% |
| China | $8.5M | 4.7% |
| Indonesia | $6.6M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $2.1M | 1.1% |
| India | $1.2M | 0.7% |
| Singapore | $928K | 0.5% |
| Philippines | $824K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.10 per kg, 28% below the world average of $7.09, 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.
Track bulldozers exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of track bulldozers by the United Arab Emirates reached $10.8 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Australia (49%), Angola (17%), China (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+618% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $5.3M | 49% |
| Angola | $1.8M | 17% |
| China | $1.3M | 12% |
| Senegal | $900K | 8.4% |
| Zimbabwe | $627K | 5.8% |
| Netherlands | $470K | 4.4% |
| Romania | $187K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $73K | 0.7% |
| Tanzania | $67K | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $48K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates track bulldozers imports (HS 8429.11): 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 8429.11: Bulldozers and angledozers: self-propelled, track laying.
Common questions
What is the value of track bulldozers imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported track bulldozers worth $181.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 188 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply track bulldozers to the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($84.1 million), followed by Thailand (19%) and Brazil (16%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 709% on the year.
What is the average import price of track bulldozers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.10 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $7.09 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of track bulldozers to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.3 million in 2017 to $181.9 million in 2024, an increase of 591%. The peak was 2023 at $292.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $129.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export track bulldozers?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $10.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, Angola and China. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $171.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for track bulldozers?
The HS code for track bulldozers is subheading 8429.11. 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 8429 page.
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