Printed polyester bed linen imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $11.3 million of printed polyester bed linen in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 87% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $17.5 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 | $11.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $6.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $15.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 967 t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 908 t |
| 2018 | $10.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $17.5M | 2.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports printed polyester bed linen from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 95% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+208% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.7M | 95% |
| Turkey | $280K | 2.5% |
| Pakistan | $131K | 1.2% |
| India | $42K | 0.4% |
| France | $31K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $24K | 0.2% |
| Kuwait | $20K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $12K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $11K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $10K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.27 per kg, close to the world average of $5.69.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed polyester bed linen exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of printed polyester bed linen by the United Arab Emirates reached $207 thousand in 2024 (22 tonnes). Most of it went to Kuwait (46%), Thailand (20%), Indonesia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+712% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $96K | 46% |
| Thailand | $41K | 20% |
| Indonesia | $24K | 12% |
| United States | $10K | 4.8% |
| Czech Republic | $10K | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $7K | 3.6% |
| Philippines | $4K | 2% |
| Switzerland | $4K | 1.8% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 1.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates printed polyester bed linen imports (HS 6302.22): 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 6302.22: Bed linen: of man-made fibres, printed, not knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of printed polyester bed linen imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported printed polyester bed linen worth $11.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 87% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed polyester bed linen to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($10.7 million), followed by Turkey (2%) and Pakistan (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 281% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed polyester bed linen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.27 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $5.69 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed polyester bed linen to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.5 million in 2017 to $11.3 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2017 at $17.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export printed polyester bed linen?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $207 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Thailand and Indonesia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed polyester bed linen?
The HS code for printed polyester bed linen is subheading 6302.22. 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 6302 page.
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