High-tenacity synthetic fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $36.9 million of high-tenacity synthetic fabric in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 203 countries for imports of this product. That is 48% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $96.7 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 | $36.9M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $70.5M | 13.4K t |
| 2022 | $62.8M | 8.7K t |
| 2021 | $50.9M | 12.2K t |
| 2020 | $34.9M | 8.8K t |
| 2019 | $46.2M | 11.8K t |
| 2018 | $55.8M | 11.3K t |
| 2017 | $96.7M | 10.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports high-tenacity synthetic fabric from
Most of the value came from India (43%), Pakistan (31%), Indonesia (17%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $15.9M | 43% |
| Pakistan | $11.4M | 31% |
| Indonesia | $6.2M | 17% |
| China | $1.2M | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $881K | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $496K | 1.4% |
| France | $207K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $160K | 0.4% |
| United States | $144K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $110K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.68 per kg, close to the world average of $7.58.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
High-tenacity synthetic fabric exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $672 thousand of high-tenacity synthetic fabric in 2024 (144 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (39%), Kazakhstan (26%), South Africa (8%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $262K | 39% |
| Kazakhstan | $177K | 26% |
| South Africa | $52K | 7.7% |
| Pakistan | $29K | 4.3% |
| Seychelles | $27K | 3.9% |
| Sri Lanka | $26K | 3.9% |
| Chile | $24K | 3.6% |
| Tanzania | $18K | 2.7% |
| Bahrain | $12K | 1.8% |
| Kuwait | $9K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates high-tenacity synthetic fabric imports (HS 5407.10): 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 5407.10: Fabrics, woven: from high tenacity yarn, of nylon, other polyamides or of polyesters.
Common questions
What is the value of high-tenacity synthetic fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported high-tenacity synthetic fabric worth $36.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 203 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 48% on 2023.
Which countries supply high-tenacity synthetic fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($15.9 million), followed by Pakistan (31%) and Indonesia (17%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 75% on the year.
What is the average import price of high-tenacity synthetic fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.68 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $7.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of high-tenacity synthetic fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $96.7 million in 2017 to $36.9 million in 2024, a fall of 62%. The peak was 2017 at $96.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export high-tenacity synthetic fabric?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $672 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kazakhstan and South Africa. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $36.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for high-tenacity synthetic fabric?
The HS code for high-tenacity synthetic fabric is subheading 5407.10. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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