Plasticized PVC compounds exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported plasticized pvc compounds worth $18.2 million (12.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 44% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $43.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $18.2M | 12.6K t |
| 2023 | $32.6M | 19.8K t |
| 2022 | $43.5M | 21.2K t |
| 2021 | $38.5M | 23.7K t |
| 2020 | $27.8M | 20.4K t |
| 2019 | $18.7M | 15.5K t |
| 2018 | $24.5M | 20.7K t |
| 2017 | $14.2M | 8.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports plasticized pvc compounds to
Saudi Arabia alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $9.5M | 52% |
| Tanzania | $3.7M | 20% |
| Kuwait | $2.6M | 14% |
| Egypt | $1.2M | 6.8% |
| South Africa | $440K | 2.4% |
| Bahrain | $421K | 2.3% |
| Qatar | $144K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $123K | 0.7% |
| Lebanon | $42K | 0.2% |
| China | $13K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.45 per kg, 22% below the world average of $1.85, 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.
Plasticized PVC compounds imports to the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported plasticized pvc compounds worth $10.9 million (7.7 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Saudi Arabia (32%), Germany (22%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.5M | 32% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 22% |
| China | $1.7M | 16% |
| India | $1.2M | 11% |
| Turkey | $772K | 7.1% |
| United Kingdom | $381K | 3.5% |
| United States | $361K | 3.3% |
| Malaysia | $355K | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $104K | 1% |
| Belgium | $51K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates plasticized pvc compounds exports (HS 3904.22): 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 3904.22: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: plasticised poly(vinyl chloride), in primary forms, mixed with other substances.
Common questions
What is the value of plasticized pvc compounds exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported plasticized pvc compounds worth $18.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 106 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries buy plasticized pvc compounds from the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 52% of the value ($9.5 million), followed by Tanzania (20%) and Kuwait (14%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 19 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 221% on the year.
What is the average export price of plasticized pvc compounds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.45 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $1.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of plasticized pvc compounds from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.2 million in 2017 to $18.2 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. The peak was 2022 at $43.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import plasticized pvc compounds?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $10.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, Germany and China. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $7.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plasticized pvc compounds?
The HS code for plasticized pvc compounds is subheading 3904.22. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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