Light polyester cotton blend, plain weave imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of light polyester cotton blend, plain weave by the United Arab Emirates reached $10.6 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 165 countries. Value rose 22% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $10.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $12.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 824 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 597 t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 538 t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 566 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports light polyester cotton blend, plain weave from
Most of the value came from Sri Lanka (31%), China (26%), Indonesia (17%). Among the main suppliers, Sri Lanka grew fastest (+172% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | $3.3M | 31% |
| China | $2.8M | 26% |
| Indonesia | $1.8M | 17% |
| Pakistan | $1.4M | 14% |
| India | $363K | 3.4% |
| Japan | $347K | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $316K | 3% |
| Malaysia | $187K | 1.8% |
| Thailand | $136K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $25K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.35 per kg, 71% above the world average of $5.47. 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.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates light polyester cotton blend, plain weave imports (HS 5513.11): 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 5513.11: Fabrics, woven: plain weave, of polyester staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170g/m2, unbleached or bleached.
Common questions
What is the value of light polyester cotton blend, plain weave imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported light polyester cotton blend, plain weave worth $10.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 165 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply light polyester cotton blend, plain weave to the United Arab Emirates?
Sri Lanka was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by China (26%) and Indonesia (17%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 176% on the year.
What is the average import price of light polyester cotton blend, plain weave per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.35 per kg in 2024, 71% above the world average of $5.47 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light polyester cotton blend, plain weave to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $10.6 million in 2024, an increase of 183%. The peak was 2022 at $12.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for light polyester cotton blend, plain weave?
The HS code for light polyester cotton blend, plain weave is subheading 5513.11. 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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