Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene worth $20.9 million (11.7 thousand tonnes). Value rose 52% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $27.2 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 | $20.9M | 11.7K t |
| 2023 | $13.8M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $17.0M | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $27.2M | 8.2K t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $6.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2018 | $8.3M | 6.2K t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 2.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene from
One supplier dominates: South Korea accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+148% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $14.9M | 71% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.8M | 14% |
| China | $2.5M | 12% |
| India | $303K | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $129K | 0.6% |
| United States | $64K | 0.3% |
| Malaysia | $42K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $41K | 0.2% |
| Denmark | $31K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $16K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.79 per kg, close to the world average of $1.70.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $3.3 million of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Malaysia (33%), France (27%), China (24%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $1.1M | 33% |
| France | $900K | 27% |
| China | $805K | 24% |
| Tanzania | $138K | 4.2% |
| India | $124K | 3.7% |
| Switzerland | $88K | 2.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $61K | 1.8% |
| Israel | $53K | 1.6% |
| Egypt | $32K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $16K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene imports (HS 3903.30): 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 3903.30: Styrene polymers: acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) copolymers, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene worth $20.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 158 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 52% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene to the United Arab Emirates?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($14.9 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (14%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.79 per kg in 2024, 5% above the world average of $1.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $20.9 million in 2024, an increase of 345%. The peak was 2021 at $27.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, France and China. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $17.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene?
The HS code for acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene is subheading 3903.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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