Baby synthetic knit clothing imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $7.5 million of baby synthetic knit clothing in 2024 (421 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 28% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 32% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $110.2 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 | $7.5M | 421 t |
| 2023 | $10.5M | 925 t |
| 2022 | $15.2M | 942 t |
| 2021 | $21.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $13.2M | 645 t |
| 2019 | $27.3M | 919 t |
| 2018 | $36.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $110.2M | 8.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports baby synthetic knit clothing from
Most of the value came from China (47%), India (28%), United Kingdom (4%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+985% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 47% |
| India | $2.1M | 28% |
| United Kingdom | $321K | 4.3% |
| Italy | $310K | 4.1% |
| Malaysia | $158K | 2.1% |
| Egypt | $156K | 2.1% |
| United States | $152K | 2% |
| Turkey | $126K | 1.7% |
| Cyprus | $98K | 1.3% |
| Myanmar | $77K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.79 per kg, close to the world average of $16.93.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Baby synthetic knit clothing exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported baby synthetic knit clothing worth $2.8 million (160 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Egypt accounted for 94% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+809% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $2.7M | 94% |
| Saudi Arabia | $59K | 2.1% |
| Burkina Faso | $30K | 1.1% |
| Qatar | $23K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $15K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $8K | 0.3% |
| United States | $7K | 0.2% |
| Malaysia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | $2K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates baby synthetic knit clothing imports (HS 6111.30): 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 6111.30: Garments and clothing accessories: babies', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of baby synthetic knit clothing imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported baby synthetic knit clothing worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 421 tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 195 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply baby synthetic knit clothing to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by India (28%) and the United Kingdom (4%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 985% on the year.
What is the average import price of baby synthetic knit clothing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.79 per kg in 2024, 5% above the world average of $16.93 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 synthetic knit clothing to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $110.2 million in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024, a fall of 93%. The peak was 2017 at $110.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export baby synthetic knit clothing?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Burkina Faso. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for baby synthetic knit clothing?
The HS code for baby synthetic knit clothing is subheading 6111.30. 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.
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