Printed artificial filament fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed artificial filament fabric by the United Arab Emirates reached $4.0 million in 2024 (126 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 140 countries for imports of this product. That is 71% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $4.0M | 126 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 129 t |
| 2022 | $2.0M | 168 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 41 t |
| 2020 | $363K | 44 t |
| 2019 | $745K | 36 t |
| 2018 | $726K | 19 t |
| 2017 | $845K | 26 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports printed artificial filament fabric from
India alone supplied 89% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+220% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.6M | 89% |
| China | $404K | 10% |
| Indonesia | $23K | 0.6% |
| Japan | $13K | 0.3% |
| Slovenia | $13K | 0.3% |
| Turkey | $4K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.99 per kg, 153% above the world average of $12.64. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates printed artificial filament fabric imports (HS 5408.24): 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 5408.24: Fabrics, woven: of artificial filament yarn, containing 85% or more by weight of artificial filament, strip or the like, printed.
Common questions
What is the value of printed artificial filament fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported printed artificial filament fabric worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 126 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 140 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 71% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed artificial filament fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by China (10%) and Indonesia (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 220% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed artificial filament fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.99 per kg in 2024, 153% above the world average of $12.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed artificial filament fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $845 thousand in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 375%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed artificial filament fabric?
The HS code for printed artificial filament fabric is subheading 5408.24. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5408 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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