Handbag (plastic or textile) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $324.1 million of handbag (plastic or textile) in 2024 (17.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 4% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $324.1M | 17.3K t |
| 2023 | $336.1M | 25.7K t |
| 2022 | $295.3M | 20.4K t |
| 2021 | $218.8M | 11.6K t |
| 2020 | $145.7M | 8.0K t |
| 2019 | $204.5M | 15.1K t |
| 2018 | $195.7M | 14.5K t |
| 2017 | $183.6M | 13.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports handbag (plastic or textile) from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), France (24%), Italy (18%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $135.2M | 42% |
| France | $78.1M | 24% |
| Italy | $59.8M | 19% |
| India | $10.0M | 3.1% |
| United States | $5.7M | 1.7% |
| Hong Kong | $5.6M | 1.7% |
| Singapore | $5.0M | 1.5% |
| Kuwait | $4.4M | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $3.4M | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $2.3M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.77 per kg, close to the world average of $22.69.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Handbag (plastic or textile) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $10.3 million of handbag (plastic or textile) in 2024 (568 tonnes). Most of it went to Kuwait (42%), Italy (35%), Netherlands (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+165% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $4.3M | 42% |
| Italy | $3.6M | 35% |
| Netherlands | $485K | 4.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $429K | 4.2% |
| India | $227K | 2.2% |
| Georgia | $160K | 1.6% |
| Hong Kong | $154K | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $141K | 1.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $120K | 1.2% |
| France | $69K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates handbag (plastic or textile) imports (HS 4202.22): 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 4202.22: Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials.
Common questions
What is the value of handbag (plastic or textile) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported handbag (plastic or textile) worth $324.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 218 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply handbag (plastic or textile) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($135.2 million), followed by France (24%) and Italy (18%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 75 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 147% on the year.
What is the average import price of handbag (plastic or textile) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.77 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $22.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of handbag (plastic or textile) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $183.6 million in 2017 to $324.1 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. The peak was 2023 at $336.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $238.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export handbag (plastic or textile)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $10.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Italy and the Netherlands. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $313.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for handbag (plastic or textile)?
The HS code for handbag (plastic or textile) is subheading 4202.22. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 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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