Artificial staple fabric, dyed imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported artificial staple fabric, dyed worth $40.1 million (5.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 164 countries for imports of this product. That is 315% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $40.1M | 5.4K t |
| 2023 | $9.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $11.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $10.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $8.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 931 t |
| 2017 | $8.7M | 1.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports artificial staple fabric, dyed from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 97% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+407% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $38.7M | 97% |
| India | $1.0M | 2.6% |
| Thailand | $117K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $82K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $82K | 0.2% |
| France | $13K | 0% |
| Spain | $8K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0% |
| Italy | $6K | 0% |
| Greece | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.48 per kg, close to the world average of $6.54.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Artificial staple fabric, dyed exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of artificial staple fabric, dyed by the United Arab Emirates reached $214 thousand in 2024 (33 tonnes). Morocco alone took 87% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $187K | 87% |
| Brunei | $20K | 9.2% |
| Kenya | $3K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $2K | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0.6% |
| China | $1K | 0.4% |
| France | $0K | 0.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates artificial staple fabric, dyed imports (HS 5516.12): 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 5516.12: Fabrics, woven: dyed, containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of artificial staple fabric, dyed imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported artificial staple fabric, dyed worth $40.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 164 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 315% on 2023.
Which countries supply artificial staple fabric, dyed to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($38.7 million), followed by India (3%) and Thailand (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 407% on the year.
What is the average import price of artificial staple fabric, dyed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.48 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $6.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of artificial staple fabric, dyed to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.7 million in 2017 to $40.1 million in 2024, an increase of 359%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export artificial staple fabric, dyed?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $214 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Brunei and Kenya. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $39.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for artificial staple fabric, dyed?
The HS code for artificial staple fabric, dyed is subheading 5516.12. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5516 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX rebuilds the United Arab Emirates trade from the customs records of its trading partners, so the companies shipping to and from it are visible. Ask for a live look at your product.
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