Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer worth $570.3 million (557.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 91 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $773.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $570.3M | 557.3K t |
| 2023 | $571.0M | 552.8K t |
| 2022 | $762.1M | 633.0K t |
| 2021 | $773.2M | 664.1K t |
| 2020 | $741.2M | 823.6K t |
| 2019 | $544.9M | 577.2K t |
| 2018 | $578.1M | 482.9K t |
| 2017 | $323.1M | 301.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer to
China alone took 65% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $372.8M | 65% |
| India | $71.9M | 13% |
| Malaysia | $28.7M | 5% |
| Turkey | $20.3M | 3.6% |
| Indonesia | $10.1M | 1.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7.8M | 1.4% |
| Thailand | $7.5M | 1.3% |
| Germany | $7.4M | 1.3% |
| Pakistan | $5.7M | 1% |
| South Africa | $4.4M | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.02 per kg, close to the world average of $1.15.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imports to the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer worth $181.4 million (182.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 59% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $107.6M | 59% |
| United States | $46.2M | 26% |
| Singapore | $8.7M | 4.8% |
| Thailand | $4.8M | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $3.9M | 2.1% |
| France | $3.1M | 1.7% |
| India | $2.8M | 1.5% |
| China | $1.8M | 1% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 0.8% |
| Germany | $557K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer exports (HS 3901.40): 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 3901.40: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers, having a specific gravity of less than 0.94.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer worth $570.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 557.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 91 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer from the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest buyer with 65% of the value ($372.8 million), followed by India (13%) and Malaysia (5%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 56 buyer countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 97% on the year.
What is the average export price of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.02 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $1.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $323.1 million in 2017 to $570.3 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. The peak was 2021 at $773.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $608.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $181.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, the United States and Singapore. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $388.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer?
The HS code for ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer is subheading 3901.40. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 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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