Glycol ethers (other alkyl) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $3.5 million of glycol ethers (other alkyl) in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 50% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $9.3 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 | $3.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 4.7K t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 5.6K t |
| 2021 | $7.1M | 6.4K t |
| 2020 | $6.4M | 6.5K t |
| 2019 | $9.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.3M | 5.2K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 5.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports glycol ethers (other alkyl) from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.9M | 56% |
| United States | $937K | 27% |
| South Korea | $186K | 5.4% |
| China | $167K | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $93K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $64K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $25K | 0.7% |
| France | $22K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $13K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.64 per kg, close to the world average of $1.95.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Glycol ethers (other alkyl) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported glycol ethers (other alkyl) worth $487 thousand (332 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kenya (40%), Bahrain (28%), Egypt (22%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+262% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates glycol ethers (other alkyl) imports (HS 2909.44): 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 2909.44: Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives: monoalkylethers of ethylene glycol or of diethylene glycol n.e.c. in heading no. 2909.
Common questions
What is the value of glycol ethers (other alkyl) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported glycol ethers (other alkyl) worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 149 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply glycol ethers (other alkyl) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by the United States (27%) and South Korea (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 421% on the year.
What is the average import price of glycol ethers (other alkyl) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.64 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $1.95 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of glycol ethers (other alkyl) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2019 at $9.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export glycol ethers (other alkyl)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $487 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, Bahrain and Egypt. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for glycol ethers (other alkyl)?
The HS code for glycol ethers (other alkyl) is subheading 2909.44. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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