Unsupported catalysts imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $52.1 million of unsupported catalysts in 2024 (15.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 56% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $119.4 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 | $52.1M | 15.9K t |
| 2023 | $119.4M | 28.6K t |
| 2022 | $72.6M | 22.6K t |
| 2021 | $64.3M | 14.6K t |
| 2020 | $37.9M | 6.2K t |
| 2019 | $19.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $26.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $15.8M | 3.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports unsupported catalysts from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+235% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $28.3M | 54% |
| China | $5.1M | 9.8% |
| India | $4.6M | 8.8% |
| Germany | $4.3M | 8.3% |
| United Kingdom | $3.8M | 7.2% |
| Australia | $2.1M | 4.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 2.1% |
| France | $914K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $479K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $460K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.28 per kg, 34% below the world average of $4.94, 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.
Unsupported catalysts exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported unsupported catalysts worth $1.4 million (308 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Malaysia (47%), Saudi Arabia (12%), Spain (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $680K | 47% |
| Saudi Arabia | $171K | 12% |
| Spain | $118K | 8.2% |
| Turkey | $85K | 5.9% |
| Poland | $84K | 5.8% |
| Brazil | $42K | 2.9% |
| Pakistan | $36K | 2.5% |
| Bahrain | $35K | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $29K | 2% |
| Angola | $28K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates unsupported catalysts imports (HS 3815.90): 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 3815.90: Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, unsupported, n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of unsupported catalysts imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported unsupported catalysts worth $52.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 204 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 56% on 2023.
Which countries supply unsupported catalysts to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($28.3 million), followed by China (10%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 304% on the year.
What is the average import price of unsupported catalysts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.28 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $4.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of unsupported catalysts to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.8 million in 2017 to $52.1 million in 2024, an increase of 230%. The peak was 2023 at $119.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $51.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export unsupported catalysts?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, Saudi Arabia and Spain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $50.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for unsupported catalysts?
The HS code for unsupported catalysts is subheading 3815.90. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3815 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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