Multi-color textured polyester fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported multi-color textured polyester fabric worth $15.4 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 180 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $15.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $15.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $14.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $8.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $8.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $8.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $8.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $12.8M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports multi-color textured polyester fabric from
China alone supplied 68% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.5M | 68% |
| India | $3.2M | 21% |
| Turkey | $668K | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $231K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $199K | 1.3% |
| Czech Republic | $95K | 0.6% |
| Denmark | $95K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $89K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $60K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $54K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.14 per kg, close to the world average of $7.01.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Multi-color textured polyester fabric exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of multi-color textured polyester fabric by the United Arab Emirates reached $388 thousand in 2024 (61 tonnes). Most of it went to Morocco (48%), Qatar (34%), Uzbekistan (7%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $188K | 48% |
| Qatar | $132K | 34% |
| Uzbekistan | $27K | 7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $12K | 3.2% |
| Seychelles | $8K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $8K | 2% |
| Zambia | $6K | 1.7% |
| Kenya | $4K | 1.1% |
| China | $1K | 0.3% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates multi-color textured polyester fabric imports (HS 5407.53): 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 5407.53: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, of yarns of different colours.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-color textured polyester fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported multi-color textured polyester fabric worth $15.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 180 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply multi-color textured polyester fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($10.5 million), followed by India (21%) and Turkey (4%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 178% on the year.
What is the average import price of multi-color textured polyester fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.14 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $7.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of multi-color textured polyester fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.8 million in 2017 to $15.4 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. The peak was 2023 at $15.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export multi-color textured polyester fabric?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $388 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Qatar and Uzbekistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $15.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for multi-color textured polyester fabric?
The HS code for multi-color textured polyester fabric is subheading 5407.53. 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?
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