Dioctyl phthalate imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of dioctyl phthalate by the United Arab Emirates reached $9.0 million in 2024 (6.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 38% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $9.0M | 6.4K t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $5.3M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 4.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports dioctyl phthalate from
Most of the value came from South Korea (26%), India (21%), Malaysia (20%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+369% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $2.4M | 26% |
| India | $1.9M | 21% |
| Malaysia | $1.8M | 20% |
| China | $1.7M | 18% |
| Taiwan | $810K | 9% |
| Pakistan | $266K | 3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $197K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.40 per kg, close to the world average of $1.48.
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 dioctyl phthalate imports (HS 2917.32): 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 2917.32: Acids: aromatic polycarboxylic acids: dioctyl orthophthalates.
Common questions
What is the value of dioctyl phthalate imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported dioctyl phthalate worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 130 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply dioctyl phthalate to the United Arab Emirates?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by India (21%) and Malaysia (20%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 369% on the year.
What is the average import price of dioctyl phthalate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.40 per kg in 2024, 5% below the world average of $1.48 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of dioctyl phthalate to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export dioctyl phthalate?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $212 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Senegal and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $8.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for dioctyl phthalate?
The HS code for dioctyl phthalate is subheading 2917.32. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2917 page.
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