Synthetic kitchen and toilet linen imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic kitchen and toilet linen by the United Arab Emirates reached $25.8 million in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 215 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 32% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $37.9 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 | $25.8M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $37.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $6.7M | 817 t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 686 t |
| 2019 | $13.0M | 846 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $13.6M | 2.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports synthetic kitchen and toilet linen from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 96% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.8M | 96% |
| Mauritius | $256K | 1% |
| Portugal | $151K | 0.6% |
| United States | $78K | 0.3% |
| India | $67K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $64K | 0.3% |
| Morocco | $46K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $42K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $33K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $32K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.39 per kg, 30% below the world average of $7.68, 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.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates synthetic kitchen and toilet linen imports (HS 6302.93): 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 6302.93: Toilet and kitchen linen: of man-made fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic kitchen and toilet linen imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported synthetic kitchen and toilet linen worth $25.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 215 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic kitchen and toilet linen to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($24.8 million), followed by Mauritius (1%) and Portugal (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 684% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic kitchen and toilet linen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.39 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $7.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic kitchen and toilet linen to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.6 million in 2017 to $25.8 million in 2024, an increase of 90%. The peak was 2023 at $37.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic kitchen and toilet linen?
The HS code for synthetic kitchen and toilet linen is subheading 6302.93. 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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