Dyed cotton knit fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported dyed cotton knit fabric worth $18.4 million (3.2 thousand tonnes). That is 252% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $18.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $18.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 481 t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 898 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports dyed cotton knit fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+379% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.8M | 75% |
| India | $1.9M | 10% |
| Pakistan | $1.3M | 7.2% |
| United Kingdom | $586K | 3.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $339K | 1.8% |
| Kenya | $228K | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $129K | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | $100K | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | $52K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.78 per kg, close to the world average of $6.80.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dyed cotton knit fabric exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of dyed cotton knit fabric by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.2 million in 2024 (432 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Sri Lanka accounted for 94% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Sri Lanka grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | $1.1M | 94% |
| India | $46K | 3.9% |
| Indonesia | $19K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.3% |
| North Macedonia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | $1K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates dyed cotton knit fabric imports (HS 6006.22): 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 6006.22: Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of cotton, dyed.
Common questions
What is the value of dyed cotton knit fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported dyed cotton knit fabric worth $18.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 175 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 252% on 2023.
Which countries supply dyed cotton knit fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($13.8 million), followed by India (10%) and Pakistan (7%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 379% on the year.
What is the average import price of dyed cotton knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.78 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $6.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of dyed cotton knit fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $18.4 million in 2024, an increase of 247%. The peak was 2021 at $18.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export dyed cotton knit fabric?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sri Lanka, India and Indonesia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $17.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for dyed cotton knit fabric?
The HS code for dyed cotton knit fabric is subheading 6006.22. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6006 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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