Synthetic women's dresses imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported synthetic women's dresses worth $211.6 million (5.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is 32% 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
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $211.6M | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $160.2M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $152.8M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $155.9M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $88.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $115.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $116.7M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $139.2M | 3.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports synthetic women's dresses from
The largest suppliers were India (35%), China (29%), Turkey (7%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+236% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $74.0M | 35% |
| China | $62.1M | 29% |
| Turkey | $14.7M | 6.9% |
| United Kingdom | $13.6M | 6.4% |
| Hong Kong | $11.1M | 5.2% |
| France | $9.3M | 4.4% |
| Italy | $8.5M | 4% |
| United States | $3.6M | 1.7% |
| Spain | $2.4M | 1.1% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $37.14 per kg, close to the world average of $42.80.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic women's dresses exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of synthetic women's dresses by the United Arab Emirates reached $40.5 million in 2024 (494 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+565% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $24.6M | 61% |
| Kuwait | $3.9M | 9.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.8M | 7% |
| Ireland | $1.7M | 4.3% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 4.2% |
| Qatar | $1.0M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $733K | 1.8% |
| Switzerland | $584K | 1.4% |
| United States | $562K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $519K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates synthetic women's dresses imports (HS 6204.43): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 6204.43: Dresses: women's or girls', of synthetic fibres (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic women's dresses imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported synthetic women's dresses worth $211.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 219 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic women's dresses to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($74.0 million), followed by China (29%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 356% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic women's dresses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $37.14 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $42.80 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic women's dresses to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $139.2 million in 2017 to $211.6 million in 2024, an increase of 52%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $142.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export synthetic women's dresses?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $40.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the United Kingdom. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $171.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic women's dresses?
The HS code for synthetic women's dresses is subheading 6204.43. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX rebuilds the United Arab Emirates trade from the customs records of its trading partners, so the companies shipping to and from it are visible. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
World synthetic women's dresses trade: top importers and exporters
More trade data for the United Arab Emirates
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.