Plastic spectacle frames imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic spectacle frames by the United Arab Emirates reached $20.3 million in 2024 (91 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 8% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $20.3M | 91 t |
| 2023 | $22.1M | 186 t |
| 2022 | $18.5M | 107 t |
| 2021 | $16.8M | 110 t |
| 2020 | $11.5M | 96 t |
| 2019 | $15.7M | 82 t |
| 2018 | $15.4M | 91 t |
| 2017 | $12.6M | 73 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports plastic spectacle frames from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+689% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $15.0M | 74% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 5.5% |
| China | $824K | 4.1% |
| Austria | $626K | 3.1% |
| United States | $404K | 2% |
| Germany | $330K | 1.6% |
| India | $301K | 1.5% |
| Denmark | $288K | 1.4% |
| Hong Kong | $244K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $184K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $223.88 per kg, close to the world average of $190.98.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic spectacle frames exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported plastic spectacle frames worth $826 thousand (7 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+274% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $490K | 59% |
| Netherlands | $74K | 8.9% |
| India | $69K | 8.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $43K | 5.2% |
| Mozambique | $42K | 5.1% |
| Hong Kong | $21K | 2.5% |
| Israel | $20K | 2.4% |
| Moldova | $15K | 1.8% |
| Benin | $10K | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $6K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates plastic spectacle frames imports (HS 9003.11): 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 9003.11: Frames and mountings: for spectacles, goggles or the like, of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic spectacle frames imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported plastic spectacle frames worth $20.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 91 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 208 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic spectacle frames to the United Arab Emirates?
Italy was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($15.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (6%) and China (4%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 689% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic spectacle frames per kg?
The average declared import value was about $223.88 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $190.98 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic spectacle frames to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.6 million in 2017 to $20.3 million in 2024, an increase of 60%. The peak was 2023 at $22.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export plastic spectacle frames?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $826 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, the Netherlands and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $19.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic spectacle frames?
The HS code for plastic spectacle frames is subheading 9003.11. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9003 page.
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