Synthetic pile knit fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $46.7 million of synthetic pile knit fabric in 2024 (11.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 87% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $46.7M | 11.8K t |
| 2023 | $24.9M | 7.4K t |
| 2022 | $33.1M | 9.6K t |
| 2021 | $23.0M | 8.0K t |
| 2020 | $13.3M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $16.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $18.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2017 | $36.5M | 8.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports synthetic pile knit fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $44.9M | 96% |
| Saudi Arabia | $464K | 1% |
| South Korea | $382K | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $176K | 0.4% |
| India | $137K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $92K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $77K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $74K | 0.2% |
| Slovenia | $52K | 0.1% |
| United States | $43K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.96 per kg, close to the world average of $3.86.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic pile knit fabric exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of synthetic pile knit fabric by the United Arab Emirates reached $3.0 million in 2024 (518 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $2.5M | 82% |
| India | $434K | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $71K | 2.4% |
| Kuwait | $30K | 1% |
| Sri Lanka | $7K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $5K | 0.2% |
| Bulgaria | $2K | 0.1% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates synthetic pile knit fabric imports (HS 6001.92): 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 6001.92: Fabrics: pile fabrics (excluding long pile and loop pile), of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic pile knit fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported synthetic pile knit fabric worth $46.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 182 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 87% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic pile knit fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($44.9 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (1%) and South Korea (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 714% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic pile knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.96 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic pile knit fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.5 million in 2017 to $46.7 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $26.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export synthetic pile knit fabric?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, India and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $43.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic pile knit fabric?
The HS code for synthetic pile knit fabric is subheading 6001.92. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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