Polymer adhesive imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polymer adhesive by the United Arab Emirates reached $96.9 million in 2024 (41.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 27% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $96.9M | 41.6K t |
| 2023 | $76.1M | 29.6K t |
| 2022 | $89.0M | 28.0K t |
| 2021 | $59.5M | 26.2K t |
| 2020 | $55.1M | 27.2K t |
| 2019 | $60.0M | 27.5K t |
| 2018 | $55.8M | 24.6K t |
| 2017 | $51.7M | 23.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports polymer adhesive from
The largest suppliers were China (34%), India (20%), Italy (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $32.7M | 34% |
| India | $19.1M | 20% |
| Italy | $12.3M | 13% |
| Germany | $7.8M | 8% |
| United States | $6.5M | 6.7% |
| Malaysia | $5.5M | 5.7% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $1.2M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.33 per kg, 40% below the world average of $3.90, 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.
Polymer adhesive exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of polymer adhesive by the United Arab Emirates reached $20.7 million in 2024 (15.1 thousand tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 76% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+741% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $15.8M | 76% |
| Qatar | $1.6M | 7.8% |
| Bahrain | $687K | 3.3% |
| Kuwait | $578K | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $435K | 2.1% |
| Indonesia | $244K | 1.2% |
| Pakistan | $219K | 1.1% |
| Chile | $172K | 0.8% |
| Seychelles | $123K | 0.6% |
| Kenya | $121K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates polymer adhesive imports (HS 3506.91): 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 3506.91: Adhesives: prepared, based on polymers of heading 3901 to 3913 or on rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of polymer adhesive imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported polymer adhesive worth $96.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply polymer adhesive to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($32.7 million), followed by India (20%) and Italy (13%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average import price of polymer adhesive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.33 per kg in 2024, 40% below the world average of $3.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polymer adhesive to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $51.7 million in 2017 to $96.9 million in 2024, an increase of 87%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $68.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export polymer adhesive?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $20.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Bahrain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $76.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for polymer adhesive?
The HS code for polymer adhesive is subheading 3506.91. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3506 page.
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