Analysis of Main Categories and Characteristics of Imported Goods in the UAE

——Xinghan Tongda (Qingdao) International Supply Chain Services Co., Ltd.

I. Market Insight: Steady Growth in Import Demand in the Middle East

In the second half of 2025, the international shipping market is showing new development trends under the influence of multiple factors. The Middle East, particularly the UAE, as a regional trade hub, is becoming a key node for Chinese manufacturing companies expanding into overseas markets. From construction materials to machinery and equipment, from automotive parts to daily consumer goods, Chinese products are entering major UAE ports via sea routes, supporting regional trade development.

II. Main Categories and Characteristics of UAE Imports

As a trade center in the Middle East, the UAE has a diverse import structure, primarily including:

Construction and Infrastructure Materials: Steel, tiles, waterproof membranes, stone, and other engineering supplies;

Automotive and Parts: Auto components, modification parts, lubricants, tires, etc.;

Machinery and Engineering Equipment: Agricultural machinery, production line equipment, construction machinery;

Home and Daily Consumer Goods: Furniture, lighting, kitchenware, and decorations.

These goods must comply with UAE customs standards and certification requirements upon import. Due to the variety in cargo volume, types, and packaging forms, customs clearance and delivery stages require extensive operational experience and compliance capabilities.

III. Features of Xinghan Tongda’s Sea Freight Customs Clearance and Delivery Services

Leveraging international shipping experience, Xinghan Tongda has established a customs clearance and delivery service system in the UAE, collaborating with major ports such as Dubai (Jebel Ali), Abu Dhabi (Khalifa), and Sharjah. Service features include:

1. Compliant Customs Clearance Channels

Full compliance with UAE customs and chamber of commerce standards to ensure legal entry of goods; experienced in DDP operations with clear division of customs responsibilities and tax scope.

2. Nationwide Delivery Network

Partnering with local logistics providers to cover the entire UAE; offering full container load (FCL), less than container load (LCL), and specialized container transport solutions tailored to different cargo needs.

3. End-to-End Information Tracking

Real-time cargo tracking for clients to monitor shipping and customs clearance progress; systematic operations ensure standardized scheduling and transparent information.

IV. Sea Freight Export Trends and Cooperation Opportunities in the Second Half of 2025

In the second half of 2025, with gradual adjustments in the international trade environment and steady economic development in the Middle East, China’s exports to the UAE are showing signs of recovery. As a key node in maritime trade, the UAE will continue to play its role as a regional hub.

Through its shipping network from core ports such as Qingdao, Shanghai, Ningbo, and Shenzhen, Xinghan Tongda offers flexible space, stable schedules, and customized transport solutions to meet the export needs of industries like construction engineering, equipment manufacturing, and automotive parts.

V. Connecting the Globe, Winning the Future Together

Xinghan Tongda upholds the corporate philosophy of “Connecting the Globe, Winning the Future Together,” committed to building a safe, stable, and sustainable sea freight service system for Chinese enterprises. We value the trust clients place in every shipment and strive to optimize processes and enhance collaborative efficiency to support the steady arrival of Chinese products in global markets.

In the future, we will continue to expand Middle East shipping routes, provide more standardized door-to-door customs clearance services, and support Chinese foreign trade enterprises in achieving collaborative development in the international market.

Director of Market: Zhang Congyao