Vehicle engines over 1 litre imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vehicle engines over 1 litre by the United Arab Emirates reached $426.4 million in 2024 (149.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 210% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $426.4M | 149.2K t |
| 2023 | $137.7M | 55.9K t |
| 2022 | $116.6M | 58.0K t |
| 2021 | $123.0M | 49.8K t |
| 2020 | $83.7M | 37.2K t |
| 2019 | $83.5M | 35.7K t |
| 2018 | $68.9M | 27.6K t |
| 2017 | $138.6M | 93.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports vehicle engines over 1 litre from
Most of the value came from Japan (50%), China (40%), Germany (2%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+373% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $212.5M | 50% |
| China | $169.5M | 40% |
| Germany | $9.7M | 2.3% |
| New Zealand | $7.9M | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $6.4M | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $5.1M | 1.2% |
| United States | $5.1M | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $3.2M | 0.8% |
| Malaysia | $1.3M | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $1.1M | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.86 per kg, 84% below the world average of $17.41, 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 over 1 litre exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported vehicle engines over 1 litre worth $38.7 million (18.8 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Egypt (26%), Kazakhstan (18%), South Africa (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+515% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $10.3M | 27% |
| Kazakhstan | $7.1M | 18% |
| South Africa | $6.5M | 17% |
| United States | $4.5M | 12% |
| Chile | $2.4M | 6.2% |
| Israel | $1.7M | 4.5% |
| Malawi | $802K | 2.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $598K | 1.6% |
| Pakistan | $375K | 1% |
| Spain | $327K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates vehicle engines over 1 litre imports (HS 8407.34): 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 8407.34: Engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle engines over 1 litre imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported vehicle engines over 1 litre worth $426.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 149.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 203 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 210% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle engines over 1 litre to the United Arab Emirates?
Japan was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($212.5 million), followed by China (40%) and Germany (2%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 373% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle engines over 1 litre per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.86 per kg in 2024, 84% below the world average of $17.41 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 engines over 1 litre to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $138.6 million in 2017 to $426.4 million in 2024, an increase of 208%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $147.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export vehicle engines over 1 litre?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $38.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Kazakhstan and South Africa. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $387.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle engines over 1 litre?
The HS code for vehicle engines over 1 litre is subheading 8407.34. 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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