Polyether resins imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $223.0 million of polyether resins in 2024 (159.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 12% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $307.3 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 | $223.0M | 159.9K t |
| 2023 | $198.6M | 102.0K t |
| 2022 | $234.7M | 114.2K t |
| 2021 | $307.3M | 134.4K t |
| 2020 | $148.5M | 98.2K t |
| 2019 | $178.1M | 109.5K t |
| 2018 | $186.2M | 108.1K t |
| 2017 | $101.3M | 66.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports polyether resins from
China alone supplied 65% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $145.9M | 65% |
| Saudi Arabia | $41.7M | 19% |
| Singapore | $5.1M | 2.3% |
| South Korea | $4.7M | 2.1% |
| Germany | $4.7M | 2.1% |
| Italy | $3.9M | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $3.7M | 1.7% |
| United States | $1.9M | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $1.8M | 0.8% |
| India | $1.4M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.39 per kg, 35% below the world average of $2.13, 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.
Polyether resins exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported polyether resins worth $28.1 million (16.2 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Egypt (18%), Tanzania (9%), Kuwait (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $5.2M | 18% |
| Tanzania | $2.4M | 8.7% |
| Kuwait | $2.4M | 8.6% |
| Poland | $2.2M | 7.7% |
| Kenya | $1.7M | 6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.6M | 5.8% |
| Nigeria | $1.6M | 5.7% |
| Tunisia | $1.1M | 4.1% |
| Qatar | $953K | 3.4% |
| Thailand | $943K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates polyether resins imports (HS 3907.20): 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 3907.20: Polyethers: in primary forms, excluding polyacetals.
Common questions
What is the value of polyether resins imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported polyether resins worth $223.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 159.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 194 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyether resins to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($145.9 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (19%) and Singapore (2%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 93% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyether resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.39 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $2.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyether resins to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $101.3 million in 2017 to $223.0 million in 2024, an increase of 120%. The peak was 2021 at $307.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $197.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export polyether resins?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $28.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Tanzania and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $194.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyether resins?
The HS code for polyether resins is subheading 3907.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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