Synthetic rubber (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic rubber (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $18.7 million in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 72% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $18.7M | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $13.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $8.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $8.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $9.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $7.1M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports synthetic rubber (other) from
Most of the value came from China (44%), Netherlands (16%), Japan (14%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+447% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.2M | 44% |
| Netherlands | $3.0M | 16% |
| Japan | $2.7M | 14% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 8.1% |
| United States | $1.4M | 7.2% |
| Turkey | $870K | 4.7% |
| India | $474K | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $292K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $287K | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $59K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.30 per kg, close to the world average of $3.37.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic rubber (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $257 thousand of synthetic rubber (other) in 2024 (74 tonnes). Most of it went to Malaysia (47%), Netherlands (36%), Brazil (14%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $121K | 47% |
| Netherlands | $92K | 36% |
| Brazil | $35K | 14% |
| Pakistan | $4K | 1.6% |
| Uzbekistan | $3K | 1% |
| New Zealand | $1K | 0.5% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0.1% |
| France | $0K | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates synthetic rubber (other) imports (HS 4002.99): 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 4002.99: Rubber: synthetic, n.e.c. in heading 4002, (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic rubber (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported synthetic rubber (other) worth $18.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 193 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 72% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic rubber (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($8.2 million), followed by the Netherlands (16%) and Japan (14%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 447% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic rubber (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.30 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.37 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic rubber (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.1 million in 2017 to $18.7 million in 2024, an increase of 165%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export synthetic rubber (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $257 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, the Netherlands and Brazil. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $18.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic rubber (other)?
The HS code for synthetic rubber (other) is subheading 4002.99. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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