Vehicle radiators imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported vehicle radiators worth $95.4 million (9.0 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 13% 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 | $95.4M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $72.4M | 7.5K t |
| 2022 | $61.2M | 6.7K t |
| 2021 | $47.7M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $35.6M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $38.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $33.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2017 | $40.8M | 4.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports vehicle radiators from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+205% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $49.5M | 52% |
| Japan | $9.0M | 9.4% |
| Germany | $7.0M | 7.4% |
| United States | $5.0M | 5.2% |
| Turkey | $4.2M | 4.4% |
| India | $4.1M | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $3.6M | 3.8% |
| Poland | $2.7M | 2.8% |
| Bahrain | $1.2M | 1.3% |
| Singapore | $1.2M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.54 per kg, 21% below the world average of $13.42, 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 radiators exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $47.8 million of vehicle radiators in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (49%), China (17%), Saudi Arabia (4%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $23.3M | 49% |
| China | $8.3M | 17% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.0M | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 3.3% |
| Hong Kong | $1.4M | 3% |
| Australia | $1.3M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $866K | 1.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $817K | 1.7% |
| Morocco | $746K | 1.6% |
| Tunisia | $715K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates vehicle radiators imports (HS 8708.91): 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 8708.91: Vehicle parts: radiators and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle radiators imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported vehicle radiators worth $95.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 220 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle radiators to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($49.5 million), followed by Japan (9%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 380% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle radiators per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.54 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $13.42 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 radiators to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $40.8 million in 2017 to $95.4 million in 2024, an increase of 134%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $53.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export vehicle radiators?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $47.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, China and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $47.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle radiators?
The HS code for vehicle radiators is subheading 8708.91. 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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