Baby knit clothing (other fibres) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of baby knit clothing (other fibres) by the United Arab Emirates reached $18.1 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 200 countries. Value rose 24% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $35.7 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 | $18.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $14.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 760 t |
| 2021 | $12.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $25.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $15.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $11.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $35.7M | 2.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports baby knit clothing (other fibres) from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $12.2M | 67% |
| Pakistan | $3.0M | 17% |
| Italy | $824K | 4.5% |
| Thailand | $511K | 2.8% |
| Indonesia | $315K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $285K | 1.6% |
| Australia | $189K | 1% |
| Sri Lanka | $162K | 0.9% |
| France | $151K | 0.8% |
| China | $151K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.37 per kg, 42% below the world average of $19.45, 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.
Baby knit clothing (other fibres) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $292 thousand of baby knit clothing (other fibres) in 2024 (40 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Italy (30%), Georgia (10%), Uganda (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $88K | 30% |
| Georgia | $28K | 9.7% |
| Uganda | $26K | 9% |
| Mozambique | $24K | 8.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $16K | 5.5% |
| Bahrain | $16K | 5.4% |
| Qatar | $14K | 4.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $12K | 4% |
| Zimbabwe | $11K | 3.7% |
| France | $11K | 3.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates baby knit clothing (other fibres) imports (HS 6111.90): 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 6111.90: Garments and clothing accessories: babies', of textile materials (other than cotton or synthetic fibres), knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of baby knit clothing (other fibres) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported baby knit clothing (other fibres) worth $18.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 200 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply baby knit clothing (other fibres) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($12.2 million), followed by Pakistan (17%) and Italy (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 593% on the year.
What is the average import price of baby knit clothing (other fibres) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.37 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $19.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of baby knit clothing (other fibres) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $35.7 million in 2017 to $18.1 million in 2024, a fall of 49%. The peak was 2017 at $35.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export baby knit clothing (other fibres)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $292 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Georgia and Uganda. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $17.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for baby knit clothing (other fibres)?
The HS code for baby knit clothing (other fibres) is subheading 6111.90. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6111 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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