Glass fibre mats imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $18.3 million of glass fibre mats in 2024 (15.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 10% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $18.3M | 15.1K t |
| 2023 | $16.6M | 11.8K t |
| 2022 | $17.1M | 9.8K t |
| 2021 | $14.9M | 9.4K t |
| 2020 | $18.1M | 12.2K t |
| 2019 | $11.1M | 10.7K t |
| 2018 | $13.9M | 11.8K t |
| 2017 | $4.3M | 2.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports glass fibre mats from
China alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.5M | 52% |
| India | $6.2M | 34% |
| Bahrain | $1.1M | 6.2% |
| Taiwan | $545K | 3% |
| Germany | $204K | 1.1% |
| France | $166K | 0.9% |
| South Korea | $133K | 0.7% |
| Bulgaria | $122K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $34K | 0.2% |
| Portugal | $34K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.21 per kg, 41% below the world average of $2.06, 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.
Glass fibre mats exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of glass fibre mats by the United Arab Emirates reached $409 thousand in 2024 (239 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Sri Lanka (26%), Mauritania (18%), India (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+928% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | $105K | 26% |
| Mauritania | $74K | 18% |
| India | $69K | 17% |
| Mauritius | $34K | 8.4% |
| Kenya | $31K | 7.6% |
| Maldives | $24K | 5.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $18K | 4.3% |
| Seychelles | $14K | 3.3% |
| Egypt | $10K | 2.5% |
| Qatar | $10K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates glass fibre mats imports (HS 7019.31): 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 7019.31: Glass fibres: non-woven products, mats.
Common questions
What is the value of glass fibre mats imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported glass fibre mats worth $18.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 205 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply glass fibre mats to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($9.5 million), followed by India (34%) and Bahrain (6%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 410% on the year.
What is the average import price of glass fibre mats per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.21 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $2.06 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of glass fibre mats to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.3 million in 2017 to $18.3 million in 2024, an increase of 321%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export glass fibre mats?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $409 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sri Lanka, Mauritania and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $17.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for glass fibre mats?
The HS code for glass fibre mats is subheading 7019.31. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7019 page.
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