Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $20.9 million of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer in 2024 (13.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 32% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $38.8 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 | $20.9M | 13.0K t |
| 2023 | $30.9M | 15.9K t |
| 2022 | $38.8M | 17.1K t |
| 2021 | $10.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $10.6M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $9.7M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.9M | 2.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer from
The largest suppliers were China (50%), South Korea (38%), Italy (5%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+310% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.3M | 50% |
| South Korea | $7.9M | 38% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 4.9% |
| India | $387K | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $354K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $316K | 1.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $277K | 1.3% |
| United States | $84K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $71K | 0.3% |
| France | $47K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.61 per kg, close to the world average of $1.57.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $12.3 million of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Indonesia grew fastest (+403% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $10.1M | 82% |
| Indonesia | $724K | 5.9% |
| Kenya | $291K | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $256K | 2.1% |
| Pakistan | $254K | 2.1% |
| Tanzania | $183K | 1.5% |
| Tunisia | $114K | 0.9% |
| Sri Lanka | $110K | 0.9% |
| Ecuador | $96K | 0.8% |
| India | $65K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer imports (HS 3901.30): 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 3901.30: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer worth $20.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 171 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($10.3 million), followed by South Korea (38%) and Italy (5%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 310% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.61 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.9 million in 2017 to $20.9 million in 2024, an increase of 253%. The peak was 2022 at $38.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $12.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Indonesia and Kenya. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer?
The HS code for ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer is subheading 3901.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
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