Multi-colour synthetic knit fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $8.0 million of multi-colour synthetic knit fabric in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 70% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $8.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 616 t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 958 t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 696 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 746 t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 903 t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 486 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 463 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports multi-colour synthetic knit fabric from
China alone supplied 82% of it. Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.6M | 82% |
| Taiwan | $899K | 11% |
| Turkey | $269K | 3.4% |
| India | $91K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $42K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $40K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $37K | 0.5% |
| United States | $36K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $12K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.48 per kg, 20% below the world average of $5.61, 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.
Multi-colour synthetic knit fabric exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported multi-colour synthetic knit fabric worth $287 thousand (122 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Sri Lanka grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $224K | 78% |
| South Africa | $47K | 17% |
| Sri Lanka | $16K | 5.5% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0% |
| El Salvador | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates multi-colour synthetic knit fabric imports (HS 6006.33): 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 6006.33: Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, of yarns of different colours.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-colour synthetic knit fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported multi-colour synthetic knit fabric worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 171 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 70% on 2023.
Which countries supply multi-colour synthetic knit fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by Taiwan (11%) and Turkey (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 897% on the year.
What is the average import price of multi-colour synthetic knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.48 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $5.61 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of multi-colour synthetic knit fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, an increase of 206%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export multi-colour synthetic knit fabric?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $287 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, South Africa and Sri Lanka. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for multi-colour synthetic knit fabric?
The HS code for multi-colour synthetic knit fabric is subheading 6006.33. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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