Plastic baler twine imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported plastic baler twine worth $2.0 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 72% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $2.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 264 t |
| 2022 | $531K | 274 t |
| 2021 | $956K | 645 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 782 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 740 t |
| 2017 | $288K | 142 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports plastic baler twine from
Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (45%), China (25%), India (13%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $916K | 45% |
| China | $511K | 25% |
| India | $275K | 14% |
| Turkey | $169K | 8.3% |
| Portugal | $149K | 7.3% |
| United Kingdom | $15K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $5K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $1K | 0.1% |
| Hungary | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.41 per kg, 32% below the world average of $2.07, 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.
Plastic baler twine exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported plastic baler twine worth $316 thousand (194 tonnes). Pakistan alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+455% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $163K | 52% |
| Saudi Arabia | $73K | 23% |
| United States | $35K | 11% |
| Kuwait | $24K | 7.7% |
| Bahrain | $13K | 4% |
| Malta | $7K | 2.3% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.2% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates plastic baler twine imports (HS 5607.41): 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 5607.41: Twine: binder or baler twine, of polyethylene or polypropylene.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic baler twine imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported plastic baler twine worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 197 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 72% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic baler twine to the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($916 thousand), followed by China (25%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic baler twine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.41 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $2.07 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic baler twine to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $288 thousand in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 609%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export plastic baler twine?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $316 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and the United States. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic baler twine?
The HS code for plastic baler twine is subheading 5607.41. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5607 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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