Men's cotton knit shirt imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of men's cotton knit shirt by the United Arab Emirates reached $91.1 million in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 25% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $145.8 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 | $91.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $121.7M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $145.8M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $118.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $101.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $128.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2018 | $87.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $79.2M | 2.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports men's cotton knit shirt from
Most of the value came from India (36%), China (17%), Italy (9%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $33.0M | 36% |
| China | $15.1M | 17% |
| Italy | $8.6M | 9.5% |
| Germany | $8.0M | 8.8% |
| France | $6.3M | 7% |
| Singapore | $4.5M | 4.9% |
| Turkey | $3.0M | 3.3% |
| Pakistan | $2.5M | 2.7% |
| Hong Kong | $2.3M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.5M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $45.01 per kg, 57% above the world average of $28.62. 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.
Men's cotton knit shirt exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $2.8 million of men's cotton knit shirt in 2024 (84 tonnes). Most of it went to Kuwait (43%), Italy (13%), Qatar (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $1.2M | 43% |
| Italy | $366K | 13% |
| Qatar | $217K | 7.7% |
| Netherlands | $201K | 7.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $189K | 6.7% |
| Israel | $136K | 4.9% |
| Singapore | $89K | 3.2% |
| United States | $58K | 2.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $57K | 2% |
| Seychelles | $41K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates men's cotton knit shirt imports (HS 6105.10): 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 6105.10: Shirts: men's or boys', of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of men's cotton knit shirt imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported men's cotton knit shirt worth $91.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 220 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply men's cotton knit shirt to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($33.0 million), followed by China (17%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 835% on the year.
What is the average import price of men's cotton knit shirt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $45.01 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $28.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of men's cotton knit shirt to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $79.2 million in 2017 to $91.1 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $145.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $109.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export men's cotton knit shirt?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Italy and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $88.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for men's cotton knit shirt?
The HS code for men's cotton knit shirt is subheading 6105.10. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6105 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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