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United Arab Emirates: Cassava Market 2025

Cassava Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

After three years of growth, the cassava market in the United Arab Emirates decreased by -0.9% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption, however, posted a strong increase. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

Cassava Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

After three years of growth, overseas shipments of cassava decreased by -24.4% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a mild increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 113% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cassava exports contracted markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, enjoyed notable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 110%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Oman (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons) and Bahrain (X tons) were the main destinations of cassava exports from the United Arab Emirates, with a combined 79% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Bahrain (with a CAGR of +23.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Oman ($X), Saudi Arabia ($X) and Tanzania ($X) constituted the largest markets for cassava exported from the United Arab Emirates worldwide, with a combined 74% share of total exports. Bahrain, Qatar, Maldives and Kuwait lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

Among the main countries of destination, Bahrain, with a CAGR of +29.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cassava export price amounted to $X per ton, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, cassava export price decreased by -19.6% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 28% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Maldives ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Bahrain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Tanzania (+5.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cassava Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

In 2022, the amount of cassava imported into the United Arab Emirates reduced to X tons, with a decrease of -8.5% on the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 773% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, cassava imports expanded to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 764% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Sri Lanka (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of cassava to the United Arab Emirates, with a 83% share of total imports. Moreover, cassava imports from Sri Lanka exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Sri Lanka amounted to +5.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+16.1% per year) and South Africa (0.0% per year).

In value terms, Sri Lanka ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cassava to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 77% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a 16% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Sri Lanka stood at +8.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+10.3% per year) and South Africa (0.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average cassava import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 13% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.8%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 40% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while the price for Sri Lanka ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sri Lanka (+2.6%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cassava in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cassava consumption in 2021 were Nigeria, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Thailand, together accounting for 43% of global consumption. Ghana, Brazil, Indonesia, Vietnam, Angola, China, Tanzania, Cambodia, Cote d'Ivoire and Malawi lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 37%.

What are the largest producers of cassava in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cassava production in 2021 were Nigeria, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Thailand, together comprising 43% of global production. Ghana, Brazil, Indonesia, Vietnam, Angola, Tanzania, Cambodia, Cote d'Ivoire, Malawi and Mozambique lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 36%.

What are the leading suppliers of cassava to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Sri Lanka constituted the largest supplier of cassava to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 21% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cassava from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Oman and Saudi Arabia were the largest markets for cassava exported from the United Arab Emirates worldwide.

What is the average export price for cassava in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2021, the average cassava export price amounted to $885 per ton, growing by 27% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cassava in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2021, the average cassava import price amounted to $658 per ton, surging by 44% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cassava market in the United Arab Emirates. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 125 - Cassava

Country coverage:

United Arab Emirates

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the United Arab Emirates
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024