Phthalate esters (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $4.0 million of phthalate esters (other) in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 15% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $4.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $743K | 500 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports phthalate esters (other) from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 76% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.0M | 76% |
| China | $736K | 19% |
| South Korea | $158K | 4% |
| United States | $22K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $8K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $7K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $5K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $2K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.46 per kg, 29% below the world average of $2.06, 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.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates phthalate esters (other) imports (HS 2917.34): 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 2917.34: Acids: aromatic polycarboxylic acids: other esters of orthophthalic acids.
Common questions
What is the value of phthalate esters (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported phthalate esters (other) worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 137 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply phthalate esters (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by China (19%) and South Korea (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 77% on the year.
What is the average import price of phthalate esters (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.46 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $2.06 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of phthalate esters (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $743 thousand in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 433%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for phthalate esters (other)?
The HS code for phthalate esters (other) is subheading 2917.34. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2917 page.
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