Vehicle wheels imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $160.4 million of vehicle wheels in 2024 (50.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 4% more than in 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 | $160.4M | 50.9K t |
| 2023 | $154.6M | 25.7K t |
| 2022 | $132.4M | 21.7K t |
| 2021 | $100.0M | 18.8K t |
| 2020 | $65.3M | 19.5K t |
| 2019 | $66.0M | 21.6K t |
| 2018 | $62.9M | 19.0K t |
| 2017 | $72.1M | 22.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports vehicle wheels from
China alone supplied 75% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $120.1M | 75% |
| Germany | $10.5M | 6.5% |
| Japan | $8.6M | 5.4% |
| Turkey | $3.3M | 2% |
| United States | $2.5M | 1.5% |
| India | $2.1M | 1.3% |
| France | $2.1M | 1.3% |
| Hungary | $1.9M | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $1.7M | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $1.1M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.15 per kg, 40% below the world average of $5.25, 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 wheels exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported vehicle wheels worth $10.1 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Canada (21%), Germany (17%), Kuwait (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.1M | 21% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 17% |
| Kuwait | $1.5M | 15% |
| Georgia | $907K | 9% |
| Japan | $301K | 3% |
| Uganda | $282K | 2.8% |
| Chile | $251K | 2.5% |
| Kenya | $195K | 1.9% |
| Seychelles | $190K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $175K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates vehicle wheels imports (HS 8708.70): 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 8708.70: Vehicle parts: road wheels and parts and accessories thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle wheels imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported vehicle wheels worth $160.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 50.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle wheels to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($120.1 million), followed by Germany (7%) and Japan (5%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 298% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle wheels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.15 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $5.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle wheels to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $72.1 million in 2017 to $160.4 million in 2024, an increase of 123%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $101.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export vehicle wheels?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $10.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Germany and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $150.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle wheels?
The HS code for vehicle wheels is subheading 8708.70. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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