Multi-colour heavy twill cotton fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of multi-colour heavy twill cotton fabric by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.4 million in 2024 (563 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 113 countries for imports of this product. That is 307% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% 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 | $2.4M | 563 t |
| 2023 | $602K | 220 t |
| 2022 | $582K | 79 t |
| 2021 | $283K | 70 t |
| 2020 | $125K | 32 t |
| 2019 | $290K | 31 t |
| 2018 | $113K | 10 t |
| 2017 | $255K | 39 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports multi-colour heavy twill cotton fabric from
China alone supplied 100% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+325% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 100% |
| Portugal | $2K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.35 per kg, 39% below the world average of $7.16, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates multi-colour heavy twill cotton fabric imports (HS 5209.43): 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 5209.43: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-colour heavy twill cotton fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported multi-colour heavy twill cotton fabric worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 563 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 113 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 307% on 2023.
Which countries supply multi-colour heavy twill cotton fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Portugal (0%) and Turkey (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 325% on the year.
What is the average import price of multi-colour heavy twill cotton fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.35 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $7.16 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of multi-colour heavy twill cotton fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $254 thousand in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 862%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $587 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for multi-colour heavy twill cotton fabric?
The HS code for multi-colour heavy twill cotton fabric is subheading 5209.43. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5209 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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