Polyester staple fabric (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyester staple fabric (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $69.6 million in 2024 (8.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 199 countries. Value rose 33% 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 | $69.6M | 8.7K t |
| 2023 | $52.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $51.4M | 5.8K t |
| 2021 | $38.4M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $23.0M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $33.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2018 | $32.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $50.4M | 4.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports polyester staple fabric (other) from
Most of the value came from Pakistan (30%), Japan (22%), China (18%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest (+655% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $20.9M | 30% |
| Japan | $15.3M | 22% |
| China | $12.7M | 18% |
| Thailand | $12.1M | 17% |
| India | $4.9M | 7% |
| Ireland | $901K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $515K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $500K | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | $344K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $316K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.98 per kg, close to the world average of $6.85.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyester staple fabric (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $2.9 million of polyester staple fabric (other) in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Zimbabwe (46%), Turkey (17%), Sri Lanka (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates polyester staple fabric (other) imports (HS 5512.19): 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 5512.19: Fabrics, woven: of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester staple fibres, other than unbleached or bleached.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester staple fabric (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported polyester staple fabric (other) worth $69.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 199 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester staple fabric (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
Pakistan was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($20.9 million), followed by Japan (22%) and China (18%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 655% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester staple fabric (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.98 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $6.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyester staple fabric (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $50.4 million in 2017 to $69.6 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $43.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export polyester staple fabric (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, Turkey and Sri Lanka. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $66.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester staple fabric (other)?
The HS code for polyester staple fabric (other) is subheading 5512.19. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5512 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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