Knit scarves and shawls imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of knit scarves and shawls by the United Arab Emirates reached $26.1 million in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 79% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $69.7 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 | $26.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $14.6M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $18.2M | 7.1K t |
| 2021 | $27.8M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $15.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2019 | $39.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $27.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $69.7M | 4.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports knit scarves and shawls from
The largest suppliers were China (47%), Pakistan (34%), India (9%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+440% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.33 per kg, 32% below the world average of $15.20, 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.
Knit scarves and shawls exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported knit scarves and shawls worth $1.1 million (279 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Morocco (18%), Pakistan (17%), Malaysia (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Pakistan grew fastest (+390% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $204K | 18% |
| Pakistan | $186K | 17% |
| Malaysia | $157K | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $128K | 11% |
| Italy | $73K | 6.5% |
| France | $54K | 4.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $37K | 3.3% |
| Uganda | $31K | 2.7% |
| United States | $25K | 2.2% |
| Israel | $23K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates knit scarves and shawls imports (HS 6117.10): 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 6117.10: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like: knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of knit scarves and shawls imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported knit scarves and shawls worth $26.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 209 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 79% on 2023.
Which countries supply knit scarves and shawls to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($12.2 million), followed by Pakistan (34%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 440% on the year.
What is the average import price of knit scarves and shawls per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.33 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $15.20 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of knit scarves and shawls to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $69.7 million in 2017 to $26.1 million in 2024, a fall of 63%. The peak was 2017 at $69.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export knit scarves and shawls?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Pakistan and Malaysia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $25.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit scarves and shawls?
The HS code for knit scarves and shawls is subheading 6117.10. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6117 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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