Compression hosiery imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of compression hosiery by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.5 million in 2024 (39 tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $2.5M | 39 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 116 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 160 t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 109 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 172 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 141 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 258 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 41 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports compression hosiery from
Most of the value came from Egypt (16%), Italy (14%), Germany (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 42%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+564% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $399K | 16% |
| Italy | $340K | 14% |
| Germany | $317K | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $311K | 12% |
| Switzerland | $223K | 8.9% |
| India | $172K | 6.9% |
| Czech Republic | $172K | 6.9% |
| Pakistan | $171K | 6.8% |
| Netherlands | $153K | 6.1% |
| China | $92K | 3.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $64.92 per kg, 65% above the world average of $39.33. 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 compression hosiery imports (HS 6115.10): 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 6115.10: Graduated compression hosiery (for example, stockings for varicose veins), knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of compression hosiery imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported compression hosiery worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39 tonnes. That ranks it 46th of 201 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply compression hosiery to the United Arab Emirates?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 16% of the value ($399 thousand), followed by Italy (14%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 564% on the year.
What is the average import price of compression hosiery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $64.92 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $39.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of compression hosiery to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. The peak was 2022 at $2.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for compression hosiery?
The HS code for compression hosiery is subheading 6115.10. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6115 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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