Vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) by the United Arab Emirates reached $40.4 million in 2024 (17.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 32% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $40.4M | 17.7K t |
| 2023 | $30.7M | 3.8K t |
| 2022 | $39.1M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $23.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $21.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $17.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $17.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $14.5M | 6.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) from
The largest suppliers were Japan (48%), China (23%), Italy (8%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $19.2M | 48% |
| China | $9.1M | 23% |
| Italy | $3.3M | 8.1% |
| Turkey | $2.6M | 6.5% |
| Austria | $2.3M | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $2.2M | 5.4% |
| Switzerland | $388K | 1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $180K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $178K | 0.4% |
| Latvia | $149K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.29 per kg, 75% below the world average of $9.09, 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.
Vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) worth $4.2 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Egypt (17%), Bahrain (16%), Qatar (16%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+495% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $703K | 17% |
| Bahrain | $683K | 16% |
| Qatar | $678K | 16% |
| Kuwait | $543K | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $464K | 11% |
| Seychelles | $307K | 7.3% |
| Angola | $226K | 5.3% |
| Tanzania | $152K | 3.6% |
| Uganda | $143K | 3.4% |
| Philippines | $84K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) imports (HS 8707.90): 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 8707.90: Vehicles: bodies (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701, 8702, 8704 or 8705.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) worth $40.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 204 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) to the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($19.2 million), followed by China (23%) and Italy (8%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 544% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.29 per kg in 2024, 75% below the world average of $9.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.5 million in 2017 to $40.4 million in 2024, an increase of 178%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $25.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Bahrain and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $36.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck)?
The HS code for vehicle bodies (tractor/bus/truck) is subheading 8707.90. 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 8707 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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