Vitrifiable enamels and glazes imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $5.3 million of vitrifiable enamels and glazes in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 54% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $19.6 million.
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 | $5.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $11.4M | 12.1K t |
| 2022 | $14.2M | 19.1K t |
| 2021 | $19.6M | 12.4K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 11.4K t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 11.2K t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 8.7K t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 5.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports vitrifiable enamels and glazes from
The largest suppliers were Spain (42%), Italy (14%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+252% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $2.2M | 42% |
| Italy | $748K | 14% |
| Germany | $631K | 12% |
| China | $259K | 4.9% |
| Belgium | $257K | 4.9% |
| Austria | $248K | 4.7% |
| Portugal | $233K | 4.4% |
| Switzerland | $198K | 3.8% |
| United States | $168K | 3.2% |
| Egypt | $103K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.41 per kg, 42% above the world average of $0.99. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates vitrifiable enamels and glazes imports (HS 3207.20): 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 3207.20: Enamels and glazes: vitrifiable enamels and glazes, engobes (slips) and similar preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of vitrifiable enamels and glazes imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported vitrifiable enamels and glazes worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 169 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply vitrifiable enamels and glazes to the United Arab Emirates?
Spain was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Italy (14%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 252% on the year.
What is the average import price of vitrifiable enamels and glazes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.41 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $0.99 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vitrifiable enamels and glazes to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2021 at $19.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for vitrifiable enamels and glazes?
The HS code for vitrifiable enamels and glazes is subheading 3207.20. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3207 page.
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