Scarves and shawls (other materials) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported scarves and shawls (other materials) worth $32.5 million (3.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 210 countries. Value rose 19% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $117.1 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 | $32.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $27.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $20.8M | 6.2K t |
| 2021 | $17.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $13.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $20.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2018 | $21.4M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $117.1M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports scarves and shawls (other materials) from
India alone supplied 67% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $21.9M | 67% |
| China | $7.7M | 24% |
| Italy | $572K | 1.8% |
| Morocco | $497K | 1.5% |
| France | $483K | 1.5% |
| Pakistan | $332K | 1% |
| Turkey | $262K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $157K | 0.5% |
| United States | $107K | 0.3% |
| Bahrain | $84K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.15 per kg, close to the world average of $10.23.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Scarves and shawls (other materials) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of scarves and shawls (other materials) by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.5 million in 2024 (312 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (30%), Uganda (10%), Kenya (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $440K | 30% |
| Uganda | $147K | 10% |
| Kenya | $126K | 8.6% |
| Brunei | $110K | 7.5% |
| Kuwait | $97K | 6.7% |
| France | $69K | 4.7% |
| Italy | $65K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $41K | 2.8% |
| Togo | $34K | 2.3% |
| Malaysia | $33K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates scarves and shawls (other materials) imports (HS 6214.90): 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 6214.90: Shawls, scarves, mufflers, mantillas, veils and the like: of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6214 (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of scarves and shawls (other materials) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported scarves and shawls (other materials) worth $32.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 210 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply scarves and shawls (other materials) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($21.9 million), followed by China (24%) and Italy (2%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 401% on the year.
What is the average import price of scarves and shawls (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.15 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $10.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of scarves and shawls (other materials) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $117.1 million in 2017 to $32.5 million in 2024, a fall of 72%. The peak was 2017 at $117.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export scarves and shawls (other materials)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Uganda and Kenya. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $31.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for scarves and shawls (other materials)?
The HS code for scarves and shawls (other materials) is subheading 6214.90. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6214 page.
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