Trade partner
U.S. Imports
$726.0M
August 2026
U.S. Exports
$2.3B
August 2026
Trade surplus
$1.5B
August 2026 · U.S. exports more than it imports
In August 2026 the United States imported $726.0M from United Arab Emirates and exported $2.3B to it, across 1,274 imported product categories.
Over the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $6.5B from United Arab Emirates and exported $30.9B to it. In August 2026, the U.S. ran a monthly goods trade surplus of $1.5B with United Arab Emirates, exporting 3.1× as much as it imported. Compared with August 2025, U.S. goods imports from United Arab Emirates in August 2026 (preliminary) were 56% higher, and exports to United Arab Emirates were 15% lower. U.S. goods imports from United Arab Emirates of $726.0M in August 2026 ran 34% above the year-to-date monthly average of $543.2M.
The United Arab Emirates is one of the Middle East's most open and diversified trading economies, serving as a major global re-export and logistics hub through ports such as Jebel Ali. As a GCC member, the UAE applies the 5% Common External Tariff, and its numerous free trade zones—including Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA)—offer 100% foreign ownership and customs duty exemptions. The UAE has recently concluded new Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPAs) with India, Israel, and other nations to expand bilateral trade.
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UAE free trade zones such as JAFZA offer 100% foreign ownership, zero import and export duties within the zone, full repatriation of profits, and streamlined customs procedures, making them ideal for re-export and distribution operations.
The UAE's top imports include gold, diamonds, machinery, vehicles, and electronics, while key exports and re-exports include crude oil, refined petroleum, gold, and a wide range of manufactured goods transiting through its ports.
Yes. The UAE has signed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPAs) with India (2022), Israel (2022), Indonesia, and several other countries, providing preferential tariff access and expanded trade facilitation measures.
The top U.S. imports from United Arab Emirates are US-Origin Articles Exported & Returned Without Advancement, Crude Petroleum & Bituminous Mineral Oils and Unwrought Aluminum, Not Alloyed, by value in the latest month.
| Rank | Product | Import value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | US-Origin Articles Exported & Returned Without AdvancementChapter 98 · Special Classification Provisions | $149.0M |
| 2 | $134.8M | |
| 3 | $128.5M | |
| 4 | $69.1M | |
| 5 | $48.9M | |
| 6 | $16.3M | |
| 7 | $14.7M | |
| 8 | $10.6M | |
| 9 | $9.8M | |
| 10 | $6.7M |
| Rank | Product | Export value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Civilian Aircraft, Engines, Equipment, and PartsChapter 88 · Aircraft, Spacecraft & Parts | $460.4M |
| 2 | $171.4M | |
| 3 | $120.5M | |
| 4 | $115.8M | |
| 5 | $89.3M | |
| 6 | $59.9M | |
| 7 | $58.6M | |
| 8 | Low-Value Export Shipments & Canadian Estimated Late ReceiptsChapter 98 · Special Classification Provisions | $46.8M |
| 9 | $46.4M | |
| 10 | $42.2M |
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Annual data from BEA | 2025
Services Exports
$9.6B
Services Imports
$6.7B