Vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre by the United Arab Emirates reached $30.0 million in 2024 (20.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 223% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% 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 | $30.0M | 20.3K t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $25.9M | 19.0K t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 3.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre from
One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+168% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $21.2M | 71% |
| China | $6.6M | 22% |
| New Zealand | $1.1M | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $212K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $211K | 0.7% |
| United States | $189K | 0.6% |
| Malaysia | $170K | 0.6% |
| South Korea | $124K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $91K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $30K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.48 per kg, 92% below the world average of $18.12, 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 engines 250cc-1 litre exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $1.2 million of vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre in 2024 (210 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 77% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $889K | 77% |
| Israel | $99K | 8.6% |
| Egypt | $68K | 5.9% |
| Malaysia | $41K | 3.5% |
| Tanzania | $19K | 1.6% |
| Angola | $14K | 1.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $9K | 0.7% |
| South Korea | $7K | 0.6% |
| Namibia | $3K | 0.3% |
| Mauritius | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre imports (HS 8407.33): 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 8407.33: Engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 250cc but not exceeding 1000cc.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre worth $30.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 181 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 223% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre to the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($21.2 million), followed by China (22%) and New Zealand (4%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 364% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.48 per kg in 2024, 92% below the world average of $18.12 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 engines 250cc-1 litre to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $30.0 million in 2024, an increase of 887%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Israel and Egypt. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $28.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre?
The HS code for vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre is subheading 8407.33. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8407 page.
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