Acrylic solvent paint imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $42.7 million of acrylic solvent paint in 2024 (6.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 37% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $42.7M | 6.6K t |
| 2023 | $31.1M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $34.8M | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $32.1M | 6.5K t |
| 2020 | $30.6M | 6.7K t |
| 2019 | $32.7M | 7.5K t |
| 2018 | $32.0M | 7.3K t |
| 2017 | $23.0M | 6.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports acrylic solvent paint from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (13%), Belgium (11%), China (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 34%. Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $5.4M | 13% |
| Belgium | $4.7M | 11% |
| China | $4.5M | 11% |
| Singapore | $4.0M | 9.4% |
| Italy | $3.7M | 8.7% |
| Germany | $3.6M | 8.5% |
| Netherlands | $2.7M | 6.4% |
| Egypt | $1.9M | 4.4% |
| Lebanon | $1.7M | 4.1% |
| France | $1.6M | 3.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.44 per kg, close to the world average of $6.18.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acrylic solvent paint exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of acrylic solvent paint by the United Arab Emirates reached $36.7 million in 2024 (14.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+816% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $27.8M | 76% |
| Egypt | $1.2M | 3.4% |
| Morocco | $948K | 2.6% |
| Bahrain | $843K | 2.3% |
| Qatar | $831K | 2.3% |
| Tunisia | $583K | 1.6% |
| Ukraine | $506K | 1.4% |
| India | $420K | 1.2% |
| Seychelles | $396K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $339K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates acrylic solvent paint imports (HS 3208.20): 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 3208.20: Paints and varnishes: based on acrylic or vinyl polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic solvent paint imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported acrylic solvent paint worth $42.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic solvent paint to the United Arab Emirates?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 13% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Belgium (11%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 34%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 221% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic solvent paint per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.44 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.18 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of acrylic solvent paint to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.0 million in 2017 to $42.7 million in 2024, an increase of 86%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $32.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export acrylic solvent paint?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $36.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Morocco. That compares with imports of $42.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for acrylic solvent paint?
The HS code for acrylic solvent paint is subheading 3208.20. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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