Polyester and wool blend imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyester and wool blend by the United Arab Emirates reached $13.3 million in 2024 (541 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 140 countries. That is 8% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $17.5 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 | $13.3M | 541 t |
| 2023 | $12.3M | 902 t |
| 2022 | $9.7M | 540 t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 418 t |
| 2020 | $10.5M | 354 t |
| 2019 | $11.6M | 511 t |
| 2018 | $9.7M | 509 t |
| 2017 | $17.5M | 719 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports polyester and wool blend from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.4M | 56% |
| India | $4.2M | 32% |
| Uzbekistan | $870K | 6.5% |
| Netherlands | $529K | 4% |
| Turkey | $191K | 1.4% |
| Singapore | $41K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $17K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $14K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $11K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.62 per kg, 21% above the world average of $20.41. 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 polyester and wool blend imports (HS 5515.13): 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 5515.13: Fabrics, woven: of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester and wool blend imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported polyester and wool blend worth $13.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 541 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 140 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester and wool blend to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($7.4 million), followed by India (32%) and Uzbekistan (7%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 332% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester and wool blend per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.62 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $20.41 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyester and wool blend to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.5 million in 2017 to $13.3 million in 2024, a fall of 24%. The peak was 2017 at $17.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester and wool blend?
The HS code for polyester and wool blend is subheading 5515.13. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5515 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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