Vehicle locks imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported vehicle locks worth $19.2 million (818 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 101% on 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 | $19.2M | 818 t |
| 2023 | $9.5M | 420 t |
| 2022 | $14.3M | 574 t |
| 2021 | $10.2M | 382 t |
| 2020 | $5.9M | 443 t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 376 t |
| 2018 | $7.6M | 317 t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 343 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports vehicle locks from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+342% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.3M | 69% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 6.5% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 6.4% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 5.7% |
| India | $750K | 3.9% |
| United States | $409K | 2.1% |
| Bahrain | $165K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $161K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $141K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $125K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.48 per kg, 28% above the world average of $18.29. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vehicle locks exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported vehicle locks worth $661 thousand (43 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Germany (22%), Israel (21%), Hong Kong (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+930% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates vehicle locks imports (HS 8301.20): 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 8301.20: Locks: of a kind used for motor vehicles (key, combination or electrically operated), of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle locks imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported vehicle locks worth $19.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 818 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 211 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 101% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle locks to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($13.3 million), followed by Germany (7%) and South Korea (6%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 342% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle locks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.48 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $18.29 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 locks to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $19.2 million in 2024, an increase of 187%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export vehicle locks?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $661 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Israel and Hong Kong. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $18.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle locks?
The HS code for vehicle locks is subheading 8301.20. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8301 page.
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