Bleached light plain cotton fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of bleached light plain cotton fabric by the United Arab Emirates reached $6.7 million in 2024 (435 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 178 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 28% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $9.7 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 | $6.7M | 435 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 931 t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 501 t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 915 t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 952 t |
| 2017 | $9.7M | 526 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports bleached light plain cotton fabric from
The largest suppliers were Switzerland (35%), India (35%), Pakistan (17%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $2.4M | 36% |
| India | $2.3M | 35% |
| Pakistan | $1.1M | 17% |
| China | $766K | 12% |
| Italy | $28K | 0.4% |
| Poland | $19K | 0.3% |
| United States | $3K | 0% |
| Japan | $1K | 0% |
| Kazakhstan | $0K | 0% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.32 per kg, 57% above the world average of $9.77. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates bleached light plain cotton fabric imports (HS 5208.21): 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 5208.21: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, plain weave, weighing not more than 100g/m2.
Common questions
What is the value of bleached light plain cotton fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported bleached light plain cotton fabric worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 435 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 178 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply bleached light plain cotton fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by India (35%) and Pakistan (17%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 55% on the year.
What is the average import price of bleached light plain cotton fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.32 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $9.77 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of bleached light plain cotton fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.7 million in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2017 at $9.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for bleached light plain cotton fabric?
The HS code for bleached light plain cotton fabric is subheading 5208.21. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5208 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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