Synthetic wadding imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $47.1 million of synthetic wadding in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 198 countries. That is 8% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $47.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $51.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $31.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $17.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $17.0M | 916 t |
| 2019 | $14.1M | 769 t |
| 2018 | $15.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $15.2M | 1.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports synthetic wadding from
One supplier dominates: South Korea accounted for 88% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $41.4M | 88% |
| Bulgaria | $1.5M | 3.3% |
| India | $1.5M | 3.2% |
| China | $615K | 1.3% |
| Hungary | $461K | 1% |
| Italy | $400K | 0.9% |
| Indonesia | $314K | 0.7% |
| Ukraine | $305K | 0.7% |
| France | $105K | 0.2% |
| Thailand | $94K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.22 per kg, 115% above the world average of $10.32. 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.
Synthetic wadding exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $18.5 million of synthetic wadding in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Egypt accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+430% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates synthetic wadding imports (HS 5601.22): 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 5601.22: Wadding: other articles thereof, of man-made fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic wadding imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported synthetic wadding worth $47.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 198 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic wadding to the United Arab Emirates?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 88% of the value ($41.4 million), followed by Bulgaria (3%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 195% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic wadding per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.22 per kg in 2024, 115% above the world average of $10.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of synthetic wadding to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.2 million in 2017 to $47.1 million in 2024, an increase of 211%. The peak was 2023 at $51.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export synthetic wadding?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $18.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, India and Armenia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $28.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic wadding?
The HS code for synthetic wadding is subheading 5601.22. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5601 page.
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