Polypropylene packing sacks imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polypropylene packing sacks by the United Arab Emirates reached $8.0 million in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 38% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $17.8 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 | $8.0M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $12.9M | 8.6K t |
| 2022 | $15.2M | 9.4K t |
| 2021 | $17.8M | 11.0K t |
| 2020 | $13.6M | 10.7K t |
| 2019 | $15.6M | 10.5K t |
| 2018 | $13.0M | 8.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports polypropylene packing sacks from
The largest suppliers were China (49%), India (36%), Turkey (4%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+247% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.9M | 49% |
| India | $2.9M | 36% |
| Turkey | $316K | 3.9% |
| Zambia | $219K | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $205K | 2.6% |
| United States | $139K | 1.7% |
| Pakistan | $125K | 1.6% |
| Philippines | $61K | 0.8% |
| Indonesia | $27K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $26K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.21 per kg, close to the world average of $2.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polypropylene packing sacks exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $2.0 million of polypropylene packing sacks in 2024 (739 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Egypt accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $1.1M | 53% |
| South Africa | $292K | 15% |
| Mozambique | $126K | 6.3% |
| Tunisia | $115K | 5.8% |
| Pakistan | $67K | 3.4% |
| Kuwait | $64K | 3.2% |
| Kazakhstan | $59K | 3% |
| Georgia | $52K | 2.6% |
| Israel | $48K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $35K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates polypropylene packing sacks imports (HS 6305.33): 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 6305.33: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, of polyethylene or polypropylene strip or the like, not flexible intermediate bulk containers.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene packing sacks imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported polypropylene packing sacks worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 208 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene packing sacks to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by India (36%) and Turkey (4%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 247% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene packing sacks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.21 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $2.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polypropylene packing sacks to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. The peak was 2021 at $17.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export polypropylene packing sacks?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, South Africa and Mozambique. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene packing sacks?
The HS code for polypropylene packing sacks is subheading 6305.33. 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 6305 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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