Water-tube boilers (high capacity) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $8.8 million of water-tube boilers (high capacity) in 2024 (944 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 50% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 32% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $132.6 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 | $8.8M | 944 t |
| 2023 | $17.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 155 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 482 t |
| 2020 | $21.1M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $18.5M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $14.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $132.6M | 2.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports water-tube boilers (high capacity) from
Italy alone supplied 98% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $8.6M | 98% |
| Brazil | $143K | 1.6% |
| India | $24K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $21K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.36 per kg, 25% below the world average of $12.56, 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.
Water-tube boilers (high capacity) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of water-tube boilers (high capacity) by the United Arab Emirates reached $324 thousand in 2024 (107 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 93% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+866% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $302K | 93% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $12K | 3.8% |
| Pakistan | $9K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates water-tube boilers (high capacity) imports (HS 8402.11): 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 8402.11: Boilers: watertube boilers with a steam production exceeding 45t per hour.
Common questions
What is the value of water-tube boilers (high capacity) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported water-tube boilers (high capacity) worth $8.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 944 tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 139 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply water-tube boilers (high capacity) to the United Arab Emirates?
Italy was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by Brazil (2%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 76% on the year.
What is the average import price of water-tube boilers (high capacity) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.36 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $12.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of water-tube boilers (high capacity) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $132.6 million in 2017 to $8.8 million in 2024, a fall of 93%. The peak was 2017 at $132.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export water-tube boilers (high capacity)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $324 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Cote d'Ivoire and Pakistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $8.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for water-tube boilers (high capacity)?
The HS code for water-tube boilers (high capacity) is subheading 8402.11. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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