Phenolic resin film and sheet imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $10.8 million of phenolic resin film and sheet in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 176 countries for imports of this product. That is 167% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $10.8M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $3.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $7.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2019 | $8.6M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $8.0M | 5.2K t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 2.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports phenolic resin film and sheet from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 91% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+397% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.8M | 91% |
| United States | $985K | 9.1% |
| Indonesia | $13K | 0.1% |
| India | $10K | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.05 per kg, close to the world average of $2.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Phenolic resin film and sheet exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of phenolic resin film and sheet by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.1 million in 2024 (172 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $820K | 78% |
| Qatar | $61K | 5.7% |
| Malta | $49K | 4.7% |
| Zambia | $44K | 4.2% |
| Georgia | $40K | 3.8% |
| United States | $38K | 3.6% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates phenolic resin film and sheet imports (HS 3920.94): 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 3920.94: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of phenolic resins, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of phenolic resin film and sheet imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported phenolic resin film and sheet worth $10.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 176 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 167% on 2023.
Which countries supply phenolic resin film and sheet to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($9.8 million), followed by the United States (9%) and Indonesia (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 397% on the year.
What is the average import price of phenolic resin film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.05 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $2.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of phenolic resin film and sheet to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $10.8 million in 2024, an increase of 141%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export phenolic resin film and sheet?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Malta. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $9.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for phenolic resin film and sheet?
The HS code for phenolic resin film and sheet is subheading 3920.94. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 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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