Plastic furniture imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported plastic furniture worth $96.0 million (6.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 219 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 122% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% 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 | $96.0M | 6.9K t |
| 2023 | $43.2M | 5.9K t |
| 2022 | $35.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2021 | $27.2M | 6.8K t |
| 2020 | $28.2M | 5.9K t |
| 2019 | $22.4M | 6.4K t |
| 2018 | $21.1M | 6.1K t |
| 2017 | $24.2M | 6.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports plastic furniture from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+539% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $61.6M | 64% |
| China | $24.2M | 25% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 1.4% |
| India | $1.3M | 1.3% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 1% |
| Lebanon | $916K | 1% |
| United States | $806K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $772K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $682K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.89 per kg, 220% above the world average of $4.34. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic furniture exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $6.9 million of plastic furniture in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.7M | 54% |
| Kuwait | $642K | 9.2% |
| Bahrain | $416K | 6% |
| United Kingdom | $392K | 5.7% |
| Qatar | $290K | 4.2% |
| Seychelles | $241K | 3.5% |
| Singapore | $156K | 2.3% |
| United States | $125K | 1.8% |
| France | $114K | 1.6% |
| Egypt | $101K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates plastic furniture imports (HS 9403.70): 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 9403.70: Furniture: plastic.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic furniture imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported plastic furniture worth $96.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 219 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 122% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic furniture to the United Arab Emirates?
France was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($61.6 million), followed by China (25%) and Italy (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 539% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic furniture per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.89 per kg in 2024, 220% above the world average of $4.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic furniture to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.2 million in 2017 to $96.0 million in 2024, an increase of 297%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $37.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export plastic furniture?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $6.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $89.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic furniture?
The HS code for plastic furniture is subheading 9403.70. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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