Synthetic-cotton blend fabric (natural) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic-cotton blend fabric (natural) by the United Arab Emirates reached $16.6 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 143 countries. That is 756% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% 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 | $16.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 257 t |
| 2022 | $967K | 598 t |
| 2021 | $960K | 351 t |
| 2020 | $944K | 362 t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 165 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 256 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 155 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports synthetic-cotton blend fabric (natural) from
China alone supplied 93% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+919% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.5M | 93% |
| India | $1.1M | 6.5% |
| Japan | $35K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.85 per kg, 21% above the world average of $6.49. 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 synthetic-cotton blend fabric (natural) imports (HS 5407.81): 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 5407.81: Fabrics, woven: of synthetic filament yarn, containing less than 85% by weight of synthetic filaments, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, bleached or unbleached.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic-cotton blend fabric (natural) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported synthetic-cotton blend fabric (natural) worth $16.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 143 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 756% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic-cotton blend fabric (natural) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 93% of the value ($15.5 million), followed by India (6%) and Japan (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 919% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic-cotton blend fabric (natural) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.85 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $6.49 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic-cotton blend fabric (natural) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $16.6 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic-cotton blend fabric (natural)?
The HS code for synthetic-cotton blend fabric (natural) is subheading 5407.81. 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 5407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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