Furnishing textiles (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported furnishing textiles (other) worth $4.6 million (159 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 17% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $6.3 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 | $4.6M | 159 t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 889 t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 778 t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 934 t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $6.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 117 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports furnishing textiles (other) from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.4M | 53% |
| United Kingdom | $932K | 20% |
| United States | $319K | 7% |
| China | $276K | 6% |
| Italy | $221K | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $116K | 2.5% |
| France | $80K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $44K | 1% |
| Austria | $29K | 0.6% |
| Morocco | $26K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.79 per kg, 144% above the world average of $11.79. 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.
Furnishing textiles (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported furnishing textiles (other) worth $593 thousand (112 tonnes). Most of it went to Seychelles (21%), Finland (20%), Saudi Arabia (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Seychelles | $125K | 21% |
| Finland | $117K | 20% |
| Saudi Arabia | $94K | 16% |
| Australia | $64K | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $42K | 7.1% |
| Brazil | $23K | 4% |
| Morocco | $22K | 3.6% |
| Mauritius | $21K | 3.5% |
| France | $16K | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $9K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates furnishing textiles (other) imports (HS 6304.99): 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 6304.99: Furnishing articles: of textile materials other than cotton or synthetic fibres, not knitted or crocheted (excluding bedspreads and articles of heading no. 9404).
Common questions
What is the value of furnishing textiles (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported furnishing textiles (other) worth $4.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 159 tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 207 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply furnishing textiles (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (20%) and the United States (7%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 699% on the year.
What is the average import price of furnishing textiles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.79 per kg in 2024, 144% above the world average of $11.79 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of furnishing textiles (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $4.6 million in 2024, an increase of 128%. The peak was 2018 at $6.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export furnishing textiles (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $593 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Seychelles, Finland and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for furnishing textiles (other)?
The HS code for furnishing textiles (other) is subheading 6304.99. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6304 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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