Polyurethane resins imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported polyurethane resins worth $7.3 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). That is 45% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $13.8 million.
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 | $7.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $13.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $13.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $8.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $9.2M | 2.6K t |
Where Qatar imports polyurethane resins from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (20%), Germany (18%), South Korea (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+486% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 20% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 19% |
| South Korea | $641K | 8.9% |
| Switzerland | $552K | 7.6% |
| Malaysia | $485K | 6.7% |
| Greece | $363K | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $359K | 5% |
| Spain | $324K | 4.5% |
| India | $320K | 4.4% |
| Taiwan | $252K | 3.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.60 per kg, close to the world average of $3.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyurethane resins exports from Qatar
In 2024, Qatar exported polyurethane resins worth $348 thousand (4 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 96% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $335K | 96% |
| Switzerland | $10K | 3% |
| Bahrain | $3K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar polyurethane resins imports (HS 3909.50): 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 3909.50: Polyurethanes: in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyurethane resins imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported polyurethane resins worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 77th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyurethane resins to Qatar?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Germany (18%) and South Korea (9%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 486% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyurethane resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.60 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $3.87 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyurethane resins to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.2 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2022 at $13.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.9 million a year.
Does Qatar also export polyurethane resins?
Yes. Qatar exported $348 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Switzerland and Bahrain. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyurethane resins?
The HS code for polyurethane resins is subheading 3909.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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