Chenille fabric, synthetic imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $3.1 million of chenille fabric, synthetic in 2024 (279 tonnes). That is 16% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $5.9 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 | $3.1M | 279 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 305 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 303 t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 249 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 122 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 206 t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 555 t |
| 2017 | $5.9M | 678 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports chenille fabric, synthetic from
Most of the value came from China (26%), India (18%), Turkey (17%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $816K | 26% |
| India | $568K | 18% |
| Turkey | $535K | 17% |
| France | $277K | 8.9% |
| United Kingdom | $224K | 7.2% |
| United States | $215K | 6.9% |
| Spain | $157K | 5% |
| Italy | $136K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $58K | 1.8% |
| Denmark | $41K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.21 per kg, 34% above the world average of $8.35. 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.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates chenille fabric, synthetic imports (HS 5801.36): 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 5801.36: Fabrics: chenille, of man-made fibres, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806.
Common questions
What is the value of chenille fabric, synthetic imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported chenille fabric, synthetic worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 279 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 154 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply chenille fabric, synthetic to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($816 thousand), followed by India (18%) and Turkey (17%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average import price of chenille fabric, synthetic per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.21 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $8.35 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of chenille fabric, synthetic to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.9 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, a fall of 47%. The peak was 2017 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for chenille fabric, synthetic?
The HS code for chenille fabric, synthetic is subheading 5801.36. It sits in HS chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5801 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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