Polyamide film and sheet imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported polyamide film and sheet worth $3.5 million (627 tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.8 million.
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 | $3.5M | 627 t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 946 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 876 t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 369 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports polyamide film and sheet from
The largest suppliers were China (38%), Germany (11%), United Kingdom (10%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 38% |
| Germany | $404K | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $366K | 10% |
| Italy | $328K | 9.3% |
| United States | $303K | 8.6% |
| Austria | $191K | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $147K | 4.2% |
| India | $126K | 3.6% |
| South Korea | $84K | 2.4% |
| Thailand | $76K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.63 per kg, 30% 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.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates polyamide film and sheet imports (HS 3920.92): 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 3920.92: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polyamides, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyamide film and sheet imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported polyamide film and sheet worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 627 tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 174 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyamide film and sheet to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Germany (11%) and the United Kingdom (10%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 121% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyamide film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.63 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $4.34 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyamide film and sheet to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. The peak was 2023 at $4.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyamide film and sheet?
The HS code for polyamide film and sheet is subheading 3920.92. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
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