Epoxy resins imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $116.2 million of epoxy resins in 2024 (46.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $148.6 million.
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 | $116.2M | 46.0K t |
| 2023 | $102.9M | 32.9K t |
| 2022 | $139.8M | 37.2K t |
| 2021 | $148.6M | 36.5K t |
| 2020 | $74.9M | 31.3K t |
| 2019 | $85.0M | 33.7K t |
| 2018 | $101.1M | 36.6K t |
| 2017 | $61.7M | 25.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports epoxy resins from
Most of the value came from China (28%), South Korea (13%), Saudi Arabia (12%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+281% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $32.3M | 28% |
| South Korea | $14.7M | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $14.3M | 12% |
| France | $12.3M | 11% |
| India | $11.1M | 9.5% |
| Taiwan | $10.4M | 9% |
| Germany | $5.2M | 4.5% |
| United States | $3.6M | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $3.3M | 2.8% |
| South Africa | $2.5M | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.52 per kg, 41% below the world average of $4.29, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Epoxy resins exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $22.4 million of epoxy resins in 2024 (8.5 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (44%), Kuwait (9%), Egypt (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $9.9M | 44% |
| Kuwait | $2.1M | 9.4% |
| Egypt | $1.5M | 6.8% |
| Maldives | $1.0M | 4.5% |
| Qatar | $970K | 4.3% |
| Pakistan | $863K | 3.9% |
| Nigeria | $746K | 3.3% |
| Tanzania | $666K | 3% |
| Angola | $614K | 2.8% |
| Australia | $593K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates epoxy resins imports (HS 3907.30): 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 3907.30: Epoxide resins: in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of epoxy resins imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported epoxy resins worth $116.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 46.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 208 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply epoxy resins to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($32.3 million), followed by South Korea (13%) and Saudi Arabia (12%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 281% on the year.
What is the average import price of epoxy resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.52 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $4.29 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of epoxy resins to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $61.7 million in 2017 to $116.2 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. The peak was 2021 at $148.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $103.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export epoxy resins?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $22.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Egypt. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $93.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for epoxy resins?
The HS code for epoxy resins is subheading 3907.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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