Video game console imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $803.0 million of video game console in 2024 (7.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 210 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 7% from 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 | $803.0M | 7.4K t |
| 2023 | $858.8M | 10.6K t |
| 2022 | $668.3M | 9.2K t |
| 2021 | $476.6M | 6.1K t |
| 2020 | $268.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $310.2M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $341.4M | 5.4K t |
| 2017 | $342.8M | 4.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports video game console from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 73% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+397% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $584.8M | 73% |
| United Kingdom | $64.7M | 8.1% |
| United States | $42.4M | 5.3% |
| Singapore | $23.2M | 2.9% |
| Hong Kong | $18.1M | 2.3% |
| Slovakia | $12.9M | 1.6% |
| Japan | $7.9M | 1% |
| Hungary | $5.9M | 0.7% |
| Canada | $5.7M | 0.7% |
| Poland | $4.5M | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $108.21 per kg, close to the world average of $97.77.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Video game console exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $13.3 million of video game console in 2024 (189 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Georgia accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+127% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $7.1M | 53% |
| Hong Kong | $1.8M | 13% |
| Kuwait | $1.7M | 13% |
| Mauritius | $681K | 5.1% |
| Kenya | $354K | 2.7% |
| Seychelles | $302K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $258K | 2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $198K | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $141K | 1.1% |
| Israel | $116K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates video game console imports (HS 9504.50): 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 9504.50: Games: video game consoles and machines, other than those of subheading 9504.30.
Common questions
What is the value of video game console imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported video game console worth $803.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 210 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply video game console to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($584.8 million), followed by the United Kingdom (8%) and the United States (5%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. Slovakia grew fastest among the top ten, up 917% on the year.
What is the average import price of video game console per kg?
The average declared import value was about $108.21 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $97.77 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of video game console to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $342.8 million in 2017 to $803.0 million in 2024, an increase of 134%. The peak was 2023 at $858.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $508.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export video game console?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $13.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Georgia, Hong Kong and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $789.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for video game console?
The HS code for video game console is subheading 9504.50. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9504 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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