Wheat bran imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of wheat bran by the United Arab Emirates reached $19.1 million in 2024 (121.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 40% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $31.8 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 | $19.1M | 121.8K t |
| 2023 | $31.8M | 181.4K t |
| 2022 | $10.4M | 57.2K t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 43.8K t |
| 2020 | $9.2M | 63.6K t |
| 2019 | $11.6M | 87.5K t |
| 2018 | $13.8M | 88.0K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 39.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports wheat bran from
Most of the value came from Kenya (43%), Tanzania (28%), Uganda (26%). Among the main suppliers, Uganda grew fastest (+203% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $8.1M | 43% |
| Tanzania | $5.3M | 28% |
| Uganda | $5.0M | 26% |
| Poland | $218K | 1.1% |
| Ireland | $216K | 1.1% |
| Mozambique | $127K | 0.7% |
| Madagascar | $68K | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | $9K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.16 per kg, close to the world average of $0.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Wheat bran exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported wheat bran worth $3.6 million (12.6 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Qatar accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+976% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $2.2M | 61% |
| Saudi Arabia | $971K | 27% |
| Bahrain | $227K | 6.3% |
| Cambodia | $210K | 5.9% |
| Kuwait | $8K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Malawi | $0K | 0% |
| Montenegro | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates wheat bran imports (HS 2302.30): 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 2302.30: Bran, sharps and other residues: of wheat, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of wheat bran imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported wheat bran worth $19.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 121.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 159 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply wheat bran to the United Arab Emirates?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by Tanzania (28%) and Uganda (26%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 546% on the year.
What is the average import price of wheat bran per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.16 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $0.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of wheat bran to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $19.1 million in 2024, an increase of 425%. The peak was 2023 at $31.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export wheat bran?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $15.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for wheat bran?
The HS code for wheat bran is subheading 2302.30. It sits in HS chapter 23 (food industries, residues and wastes thereof; prepared animal fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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