Polycarbonate film and sheet imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polycarbonate film and sheet by the United Arab Emirates reached $19.3 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 70% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $19.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $11.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $12.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $9.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 1.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports polycarbonate film and sheet from
Most of the value came from Italy (34%), Germany (17%), China (15%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+196% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $6.6M | 34% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 17% |
| China | $2.8M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 10% |
| India | $1.8M | 9.4% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 5.7% |
| United States | $765K | 4% |
| Egypt | $298K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $270K | 1.4% |
| Sweden | $138K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.17 per kg, 45% above the world average of $5.64. 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.
Polycarbonate film and sheet exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported polycarbonate film and sheet worth $10.3 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Ukraine alone took 58% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | $6.0M | 58% |
| United States | $1.6M | 15% |
| Morocco | $924K | 8.9% |
| Brazil | $883K | 8.6% |
| Singapore | $339K | 3.3% |
| Qatar | $234K | 2.3% |
| Egypt | $124K | 1.2% |
| Pakistan | $103K | 1% |
| Poland | $35K | 0.3% |
| Seychelles | $18K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates polycarbonate film and sheet imports (HS 3920.61): 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 3920.61: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polycarbonates, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polycarbonate film and sheet imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported polycarbonate film and sheet worth $19.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 205 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 70% on 2023.
Which countries supply polycarbonate film and sheet to the United Arab Emirates?
Italy was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($6.6 million), followed by Germany (17%) and China (15%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 196% on the year.
What is the average import price of polycarbonate film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.17 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $5.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polycarbonate film and sheet to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $19.3 million in 2024, an increase of 254%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export polycarbonate film and sheet?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $10.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ukraine, the United States and Morocco. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $9.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for polycarbonate film and sheet?
The HS code for polycarbonate film and sheet is subheading 3920.61. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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