Polystyrene film and sheet imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported polystyrene film and sheet worth $7.7 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 49% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $7.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 851 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 895 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 955 t |
| 2018 | $4.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 1.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports polystyrene film and sheet from
Most of the value came from South Korea (29%), China (21%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $2.2M | 29% |
| China | $1.6M | 21% |
| India | $1.2M | 15% |
| Turkey | $505K | 6.6% |
| Belgium | $411K | 5.4% |
| Germany | $374K | 4.9% |
| Italy | $341K | 4.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $313K | 4.1% |
| Taiwan | $172K | 2.2% |
| Portugal | $119K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.55 per kg, close to the world average of $3.43.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polystyrene film and sheet exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $727 thousand of polystyrene film and sheet in 2024 (500 tonnes). Peru alone took 75% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peru | $543K | 75% |
| Canada | $85K | 12% |
| India | $52K | 7.1% |
| Malawi | $14K | 2% |
| South Africa | $10K | 1.4% |
| Poland | $7K | 1% |
| Italy | $5K | 0.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $3K | 0.4% |
| Uganda | $2K | 0.3% |
| Kenya | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates polystyrene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.30): 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 3920.30: Plastics: of polymers of styrene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polystyrene film and sheet imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported polystyrene film and sheet worth $7.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 47th of 196 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply polystyrene film and sheet to the United Arab Emirates?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by China (21%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 592% on the year.
What is the average import price of polystyrene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.55 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.43 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polystyrene film and sheet to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $7.7 million in 2024, an increase of 89%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export polystyrene film and sheet?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $727 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Peru, Canada and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polystyrene film and sheet?
The HS code for polystyrene film and sheet is subheading 3920.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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