Polyamide resins imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported polyamide resins worth $26.2 million (11.8 thousand tonnes). That is 33% more 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 | $26.2M | 11.8K t |
| 2023 | $19.7M | 7.1K t |
| 2022 | $15.5M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $19.8M | 6.8K t |
| 2020 | $13.2M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $15.9M | 6.1K t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $23.6M | 7.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports polyamide resins from
Most of the value came from Taiwan (36%), China (34%), Belgium (8%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $9.4M | 36% |
| China | $8.9M | 34% |
| Belgium | $2.1M | 7.9% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 4.3% |
| India | $762K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $690K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $398K | 1.5% |
| Bulgaria | $381K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $218K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.22 per kg, 24% below the world average of $2.94, 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.
Polyamide resins exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of polyamide resins by the United Arab Emirates reached $800 thousand in 2024 (712 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+279% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $540K | 68% |
| Saudi Arabia | $84K | 11% |
| Malaysia | $62K | 7.8% |
| Kuwait | $40K | 5% |
| Colombia | $39K | 4.8% |
| Philippines | $28K | 3.4% |
| Nigeria | $4K | 0.5% |
| India | $3K | 0.4% |
| Tunisia | $0K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates polyamide resins imports (HS 3908.10): 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 3908.10: Polyamides: polyamide-6, -11, -12, -6,6, -6,9, -6,10 or -6,12, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyamide resins imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported polyamide resins worth $26.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 168 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyamide resins to the United Arab Emirates?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($9.4 million), followed by China (34%) and Belgium (8%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 120% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyamide resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.22 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $2.94 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyamide resins to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.6 million in 2017 to $26.2 million in 2024, an increase of 11%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export polyamide resins?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $800 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Saudi Arabia and Malaysia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $25.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyamide resins?
The HS code for polyamide resins is subheading 3908.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3908 page.
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