Trucks (other power types) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $21.2 million of trucks (other power types) in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). That is 76% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $95.5 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 | $21.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $12.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 669 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 857 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 905 t |
| 2019 | $28.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $95.5M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $20.5M | 629 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports trucks (other power types) from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+902% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $11.4M | 54% |
| China | $7.1M | 34% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 5.9% |
| Spain | $529K | 2.5% |
| Poland | $184K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $145K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $116K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $57K | 0.3% |
| France | $56K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $53K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.38 per kg, 40% below the world average of $13.87, 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.
Trucks (other power types) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $1.2 million of trucks (other power types) in 2024 (128 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Togo accounted for 70% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Togo | $815K | 70% |
| Nigeria | $188K | 16% |
| Pakistan | $65K | 5.6% |
| Senegal | $49K | 4.2% |
| Gambia | $21K | 1.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $12K | 1.1% |
| Seychelles | $10K | 0.9% |
| Tanzania | $8K | 0.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates trucks (other power types) imports (HS 8704.90): 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 8704.90: Vehicles: for transport of goods, n.e.c. in heading no. 8704.
Common questions
What is the value of trucks (other power types) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported trucks (other power types) worth $21.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 200 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 76% on 2023.
Which countries supply trucks (other power types) to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($11.4 million), followed by China (34%) and Italy (6%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 902% on the year.
What is the average import price of trucks (other power types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.38 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $13.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of trucks (other power types) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.5 million in 2017 to $21.2 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. The peak was 2018 at $95.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export trucks (other power types)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Togo, Nigeria and Pakistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $20.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for trucks (other power types)?
The HS code for trucks (other power types) is subheading 8704.90. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
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