Artificial staple fiber (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported artificial staple fiber (other) worth $4.3 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 92% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 50% 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 | $4.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $452K | 153 t |
| 2020 | $275K | 707 t |
| 2019 | $83K | 48 t |
| 2018 | $12K | 8 t |
| 2017 | $252K | 101 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports artificial staple fiber (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+281% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.1M | 96% |
| Thailand | $180K | 4.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.63 per kg, 29% below the world average of $2.31, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates artificial staple fiber (other) imports (HS 5504.90): 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 5504.90: Fibres: artificial staple fibres, other than of viscose, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning.
Common questions
What is the value of artificial staple fiber (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported artificial staple fiber (other) worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 123 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 92% on 2023.
Which countries supply artificial staple fiber (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Thailand (4%) and Saudi Arabia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 281% on the year.
What is the average import price of artificial staple fiber (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.63 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $2.31 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 fiber (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $252 thousand in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for artificial staple fiber (other)?
The HS code for artificial staple fiber (other) is subheading 5504.90. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5504 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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