Polyester bed linen imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $31.5 million of polyester bed linen in 2024 (5.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 12% on 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 | $31.5M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $28.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $11.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $11.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $8.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2018 | $24.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $30.6M | 5.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports polyester bed linen from
China alone supplied 71% of it. Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+391% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $22.5M | 71% |
| Pakistan | $8.7M | 28% |
| India | $118K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $56K | 0.2% |
| France | $52K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $51K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $41K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $9K | 0% |
| Denmark | $8K | 0% |
| Germany | $6K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.45 per kg, close to the world average of $6.49.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyester bed linen exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of polyester bed linen by the United Arab Emirates reached $207 thousand in 2024 (55 tonnes). Most of it went to Bahrain (25%), Australia (16%), Norway (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain | $53K | 26% |
| Australia | $34K | 17% |
| Norway | $22K | 11% |
| China | $21K | 9.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $16K | 7.9% |
| Gambia | $8K | 4% |
| Ireland | $6K | 3% |
| Canada | $6K | 2.8% |
| Poland | $5K | 2.4% |
| France | $5K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates polyester bed linen imports (HS 6302.32): 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 6302.32: Bed linen: of man-made fibres (not printed, knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of polyester bed linen imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported polyester bed linen worth $31.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 214 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester bed linen to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($22.5 million), followed by Pakistan (28%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 391% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester bed linen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.45 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $6.49 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyester bed linen to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.6 million in 2017 to $31.5 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $19.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export polyester bed linen?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $207 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Bahrain, Australia and Norway. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $31.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester bed linen?
The HS code for polyester bed linen is subheading 6302.32. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6302 page.
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