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United Arab Emirates: Sweet Potato Market 2025

Sweet Potato Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

The sweet potato market in the United Arab Emirates declined markedly to less than $X in 2021, which is down by 99.9% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate significant growth. Sweet potato consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then fell markedly in the following year.

Sweet Potato Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2020, approx. X tons of sweet potatoes were exported from the United Arab Emirates; shrinking by -15.5% on the year before. Overall, exports recorded a precipitous decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 2,317% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sweet potato exports plummeted to $X in 2020. In general, exports continue to indicate a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 767% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Oman (X tons) and Maldives (X tons) were the main destinations of sweet potato exports from the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Maldives (with a CAGR of +30.2%).

In value terms, Maldives ($X) and Oman ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for sweet potato exported from the United Arab Emirates worldwide.

Maldives, with a CAGR of +22.3%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sweet potato export price amounted to less than $X per ton, which is down by 99.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 609% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Maldives ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Oman totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Oman (+10.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Sweet Potato Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

In 2020, sweet potato imports into the United Arab Emirates soared to X tons, with an increase of 23% on 2019. In general, imports posted buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 51% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2020 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, sweet potato imports soared to $X in 2020. Overall, imports saw a resilient increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Egypt (X tons), Australia (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of sweet potato imports to the United Arab Emirates, with a combined 38% share of total imports. South Africa, Vietnam, the Netherlands, India and Oman lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 63%. Moreover, sweet potato imports in Egypt exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Australia, fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +95.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Egypt ($X), Australia ($X) and the United States ($X) constituted the largest sweet potato suppliers to the United Arab Emirates, together accounting for 38% of total imports. The Netherlands, South Africa, Vietnam, India and Oman lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 63%. Moreover, sweet potato imports in Egypt exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Australia, fourfold.

In terms of the main suppliers, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +88.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sweet potato import price amounted to less than $X per ton, with a decrease of 99.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a noticeable downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of 10%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Oman ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+3.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sweet potatoes in the world?

The country with the largest volume of sweet potato consumption was China, comprising approx. 55% of total volume. Moreover, sweet potato consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Malawi, eightfold. Tanzania ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.6% share.

What are the largest producers of sweet potatoes in the world?

China remains the largest sweet potato producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 56% of total volume. Moreover, sweet potato production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Malawi, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Tanzania, with a 4.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sweet potatoes to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Egypt constituted the largest supplier of sweet potato to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Australia, with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by South Africa, with an 8.3% share.

What are the leading importers of sweet potatoes from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Afghanistan remains the key foreign market for sweet potato exports from the United Arab Emirates, comprising 75% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Oman, with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Saudi Arabia, with a 5.2% share.

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

In 2021, the average sweet potato export price amounted to $948 per ton, dropping by -15.6% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average sweet potato import price amounted to $987 per ton, dropping by -12.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sweet potato 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 122 - Sweet potatoes

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

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
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