Waffles and wafers exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported waffles and wafers worth $191.6 million (35.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 152 countries. Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $191.6M | 35.5K t |
| 2023 | $235.7M | 47.6K t |
| 2022 | $210.0M | 46.7K t |
| 2021 | $157.9M | 35.5K t |
| 2020 | $149.0M | 32.9K t |
| 2019 | $134.7M | 29.7K t |
| 2018 | $117.9M | 26.1K t |
| 2017 | $50.1M | 12.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports waffles and wafers to
Saudi Arabia alone took 58% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+424% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.39 per kg, close to the world average of $4.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Waffles and wafers imports to the United Arab Emirates
Imports of waffles and wafers by the United Arab Emirates reached $89.1 million in 2024 (16.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Italy (38%), Indonesia (10%), Netherlands (9%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+758% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $33.7M | 38% |
| Indonesia | $9.1M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $8.2M | 9.3% |
| United Kingdom | $6.8M | 7.6% |
| Poland | $6.3M | 7% |
| Turkey | $4.1M | 4.6% |
| Pakistan | $3.8M | 4.3% |
| India | $2.6M | 2.9% |
| United States | $2.3M | 2.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.2M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates waffles and wafers exports (HS 1905.32): 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 1905.32: Food preparations: waffles and wafers, whether or not containing cocoa.
Common questions
What is the value of waffles and wafers exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported waffles and wafers worth $191.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 152 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy waffles and wafers from the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 58% of the value ($110.7 million), followed by Kuwait (8%) and Qatar (7%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 67 buyer countries in total. Qatar grew fastest among the top ten, up 424% on the year.
What is the average export price of waffles and wafers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.39 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $4.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of waffles and wafers from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $50.1 million in 2017 to $191.6 million in 2024, an increase of 282%. The peak was 2023 at $235.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $155.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import waffles and wafers?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $89.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Indonesia and the Netherlands. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $102.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for waffles and wafers?
The HS code for waffles and wafers is subheading 1905.32. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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