Vehicle suspension systems imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $401.0 million of vehicle suspension systems in 2024 (60.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 22% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $401.0M | 60.2K t |
| 2023 | $328.8M | 45.6K t |
| 2022 | $292.0M | 41.8K t |
| 2021 | $256.5M | 40.0K t |
| 2020 | $195.1M | 29.9K t |
| 2019 | $213.2M | 30.6K t |
| 2018 | $184.2M | 26.2K t |
| 2017 | $185.2M | 30.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports vehicle suspension systems from
The largest suppliers were China (44%), Japan (14%), United States (10%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+187% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $174.4M | 44% |
| Japan | $57.1M | 14% |
| United States | $41.4M | 10% |
| Germany | $38.3M | 9.5% |
| Thailand | $16.2M | 4% |
| South Korea | $13.8M | 3.4% |
| Turkey | $10.0M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $6.2M | 1.5% |
| New Zealand | $6.1M | 1.5% |
| Czech Republic | $5.8M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.67 per kg, close to the world average of $8.03.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vehicle suspension systems exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of vehicle suspension systems by the United Arab Emirates reached $19.4 million in 2024 (6.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (46%), Uganda (8%), Zimbabwe (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $8.9M | 46% |
| Uganda | $1.5M | 7.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.2M | 6.2% |
| Hong Kong | $1.2M | 6% |
| Zambia | $584K | 3% |
| Seychelles | $550K | 2.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $499K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $485K | 2.5% |
| Angola | $470K | 2.4% |
| Philippines | $442K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates vehicle suspension systems imports (HS 8708.80): 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 8708.80: Vehicle parts: suspension systems and parts thereof (including shock-absorbers).
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle suspension systems imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported vehicle suspension systems worth $401.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 60.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 222 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle suspension systems to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($174.4 million), followed by Japan (14%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 61 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 187% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle suspension systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.67 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $8.03 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 suspension systems to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $185.2 million in 2017 to $401.0 million in 2024, an increase of 117%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $257.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export vehicle suspension systems?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $19.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Uganda and Zimbabwe. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $381.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle suspension systems?
The HS code for vehicle suspension systems is subheading 8708.80. 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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