Wooden pallets imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of wooden pallets by the United Arab Emirates reached $3.3 million in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 17% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $3.3M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 5.2K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 8.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 7.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 6.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports wooden pallets from
Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (38%), Germany (12%), Italy (9%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+367% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 38% |
| Germany | $385K | 12% |
| Italy | $315K | 9.4% |
| India | $123K | 3.7% |
| Bahrain | $108K | 3.2% |
| Poland | $104K | 3.1% |
| Norway | $102K | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $94K | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $91K | 2.7% |
| Kuwait | $80K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.01 per kg, 80% above the world average of $0.56. 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.
Wooden pallets exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of wooden pallets by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.3 million in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Kuwait (50%), Spain (29%), Germany (6%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $674K | 50% |
| Spain | $389K | 29% |
| Germany | $80K | 5.9% |
| Egypt | $35K | 2.6% |
| Austria | $32K | 2.4% |
| Montenegro | $30K | 2.2% |
| France | $21K | 1.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $20K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $8K | 0.6% |
| India | $8K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates wooden pallets imports (HS 4415.20): 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 4415.20: Wood: pallets, box pallets and other load boards: pallet collars.
Common questions
What is the value of wooden pallets imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported wooden pallets worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 58th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply wooden pallets to the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Germany (12%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 367% on the year.
What is the average import price of wooden pallets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.01 per kg in 2024, 80% above the world average of $0.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of wooden pallets to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 27%. The peak was 2023 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export wooden pallets?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Spain and Germany. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for wooden pallets?
The HS code for wooden pallets is subheading 4415.20. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4415 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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