Triethanolamine imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported triethanolamine worth $10.8 million (9.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 140 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 93% 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 | $10.8M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $9.5M | 9.8K t |
| 2022 | $9.6M | 8.2K t |
| 2021 | $9.0M | 8.6K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 6.9K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $107K | 84 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports triethanolamine from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 100% of it. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+30% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $10.8M | 100% |
| Belgium | $7K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $6K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.20 per kg, close to the world average of $1.32.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Triethanolamine exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of triethanolamine by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.8 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were India (41%), Tanzania (27%), South Africa (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+232% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.1M | 41% |
| Tanzania | $749K | 27% |
| South Africa | $355K | 13% |
| Thailand | $156K | 5.6% |
| Kenya | $111K | 4% |
| Togo | $88K | 3.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $82K | 2.9% |
| Senegal | $39K | 1.4% |
| Colombia | $35K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $27K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates triethanolamine imports (HS 2922.15): 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 2922.15: Amino-alcohols, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function: their ethers and esters: salts thereof, triethanolamine.
Common questions
What is the value of triethanolamine imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported triethanolamine worth $10.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 140 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply triethanolamine to the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($10.8 million), followed by Belgium (0%) and Germany (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 112% on the year.
What is the average import price of triethanolamine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.20 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $1.32 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of triethanolamine to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $107 thousand in 2017 to $10.8 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export triethanolamine?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Tanzania and South Africa. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for triethanolamine?
The HS code for triethanolamine is subheading 2922.15. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2922 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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