Polyurethane-coated fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyurethane-coated fabric by the United Arab Emirates reached $26.2 million in 2024 (4.4 thousand tonnes). That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% 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 | $26.2M | 4.4K t |
| 2023 | $24.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $26.8M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $20.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 561 t |
| 2017 | $9.3M | 1.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports polyurethane-coated fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 71% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $18.5M | 71% |
| United States | $5.1M | 19% |
| India | $840K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $258K | 1% |
| Norway | $235K | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $215K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $212K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $198K | 0.8% |
| Japan | $111K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $97K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.90 per kg, 41% below the world average of $10.00, 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.
Polyurethane-coated fabric exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported polyurethane-coated fabric worth $2.6 million (323 tonnes). Turkey alone took 93% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $2.4M | 93% |
| Hong Kong | $38K | 1.5% |
| Pakistan | $34K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $29K | 1.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $19K | 0.7% |
| Angola | $16K | 0.6% |
| Hungary | $10K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $10K | 0.4% |
| Kenya | $7K | 0.3% |
| Bahrain | $7K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates polyurethane-coated fabric imports (HS 5903.20): 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 5903.20: Textile fabrics: impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with polyurethane.
Common questions
What is the value of polyurethane-coated fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported polyurethane-coated fabric worth $26.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 191 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyurethane-coated fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($18.5 million), followed by the United States (19%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 307% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyurethane-coated fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.90 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $10.00 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyurethane-coated fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.3 million in 2017 to $26.2 million in 2024, an increase of 181%. The peak was 2022 at $26.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export polyurethane-coated fabric?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Hong Kong and Pakistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $23.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyurethane-coated fabric?
The HS code for polyurethane-coated fabric is subheading 5903.20. It sits in HS chapter 59 (textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated; textile articles of a kind suitable for industrial use). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5903 page.
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