Light acrylic cotton blend, dyed imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $3.8 million of light acrylic cotton blend, dyed in 2024 (221 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 142 countries. Value fell 10% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.3 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 | $3.8M | 221 t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 631 t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 561 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 455 t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 298 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 332 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 458 t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 592 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports light acrylic cotton blend, dyed from
India alone supplied 87% of it. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.3M | 87% |
| Thailand | $197K | 5.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $132K | 3.5% |
| China | $125K | 3.3% |
| Kuwait | $18K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $6K | 0.2% |
| United States | $3K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.04 per kg, 125% above the world average of $7.57. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light acrylic cotton blend, dyed exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $273 thousand of light acrylic cotton blend, dyed in 2024 (156 tonnes). Zimbabwe alone took 96% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $261K | 96% |
| Sri Lanka | $10K | 3.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates light acrylic cotton blend, dyed imports (HS 5513.29): 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 5513.29: Fabrics, woven: dyed, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic staple fibres (other than polyesters), mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not exceeding 170g/m2.
Common questions
What is the value of light acrylic cotton blend, dyed imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported light acrylic cotton blend, dyed worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 221 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 142 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply light acrylic cotton blend, dyed to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by Thailand (5%) and Saudi Arabia (4%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 588% on the year.
What is the average import price of light acrylic cotton blend, dyed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.04 per kg in 2024, 125% above the world average of $7.57 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light acrylic cotton blend, dyed to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2017 at $6.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export light acrylic cotton blend, dyed?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $273 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for light acrylic cotton blend, dyed?
The HS code for light acrylic cotton blend, dyed is subheading 5513.29. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5513 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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