Headgear (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of headgear (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $9.3 million in 2024 (822 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 32% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $9.3M | 822 t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 693 t |
| 2022 | $5.8M | 734 t |
| 2021 | $5.7M | 630 t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 465 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 457 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 619 t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 474 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports headgear (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.3M | 78% |
| Italy | $666K | 7.1% |
| France | $511K | 5.5% |
| India | $248K | 2.7% |
| Indonesia | $140K | 1.5% |
| Kuwait | $104K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $56K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $51K | 0.6% |
| Pakistan | $48K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $48K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.37 per kg, 31% below the world average of $16.50, 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.
Headgear (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported headgear (other) worth $3.2 million (32 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Cote d'Ivoire alone took 91% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2.9M | 92% |
| United Kingdom | $93K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $85K | 2.6% |
| Seychelles | $20K | 0.6% |
| Israel | $12K | 0.4% |
| Maldives | $10K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $9K | 0.3% |
| Brunei | $8K | 0.2% |
| Senegal | $5K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $3K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
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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 6506.99: Headgear: (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed.
Common questions
What is the value of headgear (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported headgear (other) worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 822 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 219 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply headgear (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Italy (7%) and France (5%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 268% on the year.
What is the average import price of headgear (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.37 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $16.50 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of headgear (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export headgear (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cote d'Ivoire, the United Kingdom and Italy. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for headgear (other)?
The HS code for headgear (other) is subheading 6506.99. It sits in HS chapter 65 (headgear and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6506 page.
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