Embroidered cotton fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of embroidered cotton fabric by the United Arab Emirates reached $16.3 million in 2024 (712 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 179 countries for imports of this product. That is 49% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $16.3M | 712 t |
| 2023 | $11.0M | 405 t |
| 2022 | $13.3M | 494 t |
| 2021 | $11.0M | 524 t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 184 t |
| 2019 | $6.9M | 224 t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 201 t |
| 2017 | $7.3M | 284 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports embroidered cotton fabric from
Thailand alone supplied 65% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+318% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $10.6M | 65% |
| China | $4.3M | 27% |
| India | $894K | 5.5% |
| Switzerland | $421K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $25K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $24K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $18K | 0.1% |
| France | $10K | 0.1% |
| United States | $5K | 0% |
| Spain | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.91 per kg, 51% above the world average of $15.22. 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 embroidered cotton fabric imports (HS 5810.91): 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 5810.91: Embroidery: with visible ground, of cotton, in the piece, in strips or in motifs.
Common questions
What is the value of embroidered cotton fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported embroidered cotton fabric worth $16.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 712 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 179 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply embroidered cotton fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($10.6 million), followed by China (27%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 768% on the year.
What is the average import price of embroidered cotton fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.91 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $15.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of embroidered cotton fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.3 million in 2017 to $16.3 million in 2024, an increase of 122%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for embroidered cotton fabric?
The HS code for embroidered cotton fabric is subheading 5810.91. 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 5810 page.
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