Dyed synthetic knit fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported dyed synthetic knit fabric worth $133.1 million (29.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 118% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $133.1M | 29.3K t |
| 2023 | $61.2M | 18.2K t |
| 2022 | $85.1M | 22.5K t |
| 2021 | $62.8M | 20.0K t |
| 2020 | $31.7M | 10.8K t |
| 2019 | $48.0M | 14.6K t |
| 2018 | $39.4M | 10.9K t |
| 2017 | $66.1M | 14.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports dyed synthetic knit fabric from
China alone supplied 76% of it. Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+835% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $101.8M | 77% |
| Taiwan | $25.3M | 19% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.8M | 1.4% |
| India | $1.0M | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $582K | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | $502K | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | $453K | 0.3% |
| Madagascar | $420K | 0.3% |
| Thailand | $372K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $286K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.54 per kg, close to the world average of $5.58.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Dyed synthetic knit fabric exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported dyed synthetic knit fabric worth $3.6 million (575 tonnes). India alone took 55% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Sri Lanka grew fastest (+405% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.0M | 55% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 28% |
| Sri Lanka | $231K | 6.3% |
| Indonesia | $161K | 4.4% |
| Egypt | $142K | 3.9% |
| Ukraine | $30K | 0.8% |
| Israel | $16K | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | $9K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $5K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates dyed synthetic knit fabric imports (HS 6006.32): 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 6006.32: Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, dyed.
Common questions
What is the value of dyed synthetic knit fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported dyed synthetic knit fabric worth $133.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 197 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 118% on 2023.
Which countries supply dyed synthetic knit fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($101.8 million), followed by Taiwan (19%) and Saudi Arabia (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 835% on the year.
What is the average import price of dyed synthetic knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.54 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $5.58 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of dyed synthetic knit fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $66.1 million in 2017 to $133.1 million in 2024, an increase of 102%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $65.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export dyed synthetic knit fabric?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Turkey and Sri Lanka. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $129.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for dyed synthetic knit fabric?
The HS code for dyed synthetic knit fabric is subheading 6006.32. 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?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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