Vehicle clutches imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $188.5 million of vehicle clutches in 2024 (23.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 20% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $188.5M | 23.4K t |
| 2023 | $235.4M | 27.2K t |
| 2022 | $214.5M | 27.1K t |
| 2021 | $202.3M | 25.3K t |
| 2020 | $157.4M | 20.1K t |
| 2019 | $151.1M | 18.7K t |
| 2018 | $160.1M | 21.6K t |
| 2017 | $144.3M | 20.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports vehicle clutches from
The largest suppliers were Japan (22%), China (18%), Germany (17%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+394% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $41.5M | 22% |
| China | $34.8M | 19% |
| Germany | $31.9M | 17% |
| Australia | $23.5M | 13% |
| South Korea | $16.4M | 8.7% |
| Indonesia | $6.1M | 3.3% |
| Thailand | $4.8M | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $4.7M | 2.5% |
| Bahrain | $4.3M | 2.3% |
| United States | $3.8M | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.06 per kg, 24% below the world average of $10.59, 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 clutches exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of vehicle clutches by the United Arab Emirates reached $8.6 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (34%), Saudi Arabia (24%), Seychelles (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Seychelles grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $2.9M | 34% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.1M | 24% |
| Seychelles | $595K | 7% |
| Germany | $511K | 6% |
| Ecuador | $301K | 3.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $260K | 3% |
| Angola | $233K | 2.7% |
| Uganda | $173K | 2% |
| Hong Kong | $171K | 2% |
| Kenya | $167K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates vehicle clutches imports (HS 8708.93): 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 8708.93: Vehicle parts: clutches and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle clutches imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported vehicle clutches worth $188.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 220 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle clutches to the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($41.5 million), followed by China (18%) and Germany (17%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 394% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle clutches per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.06 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $10.59 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle clutches to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $144.3 million in 2017 to $188.5 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. The peak was 2023 at $235.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $181.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export vehicle clutches?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $8.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the Seychelles. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $180.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle clutches?
The HS code for vehicle clutches is subheading 8708.93. 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 8708 page.
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