Textile finishing agent imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $32.9 million of textile finishing agent in 2024 (28.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 22% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 44% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $42.4 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 | $32.9M | 28.7K t |
| 2023 | $42.4M | 27.6K t |
| 2022 | $42.3M | 31.3K t |
| 2021 | $36.4M | 31.4K t |
| 2020 | $38.1M | 31.6K t |
| 2019 | $36.1M | 27.5K t |
| 2018 | $39.7M | 27.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 1.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports textile finishing agent from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+960% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $24.6M | 75% |
| India | $2.2M | 6.8% |
| Malaysia | $1.3M | 4% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 3.9% |
| Taiwan | $945K | 2.9% |
| Egypt | $414K | 1.3% |
| Kuwait | $373K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $363K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $289K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $278K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.15 per kg, 34% below the world average of $1.74, 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.
Textile finishing agent exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of textile finishing agent by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.1 million in 2024 (948 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (23%), Bahrain (22%), Saudi Arabia (21%). Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+956% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $252K | 23% |
| Bahrain | $240K | 22% |
| Saudi Arabia | $230K | 21% |
| Tanzania | $84K | 7.8% |
| Seychelles | $72K | 6.7% |
| Qatar | $69K | 6.4% |
| Pakistan | $49K | 4.6% |
| Nigeria | $30K | 2.8% |
| Morocco | $23K | 2.1% |
| India | $19K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates textile finishing agent imports (HS 3809.91): 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 3809.91: Finishing agents and dye carriers: to accelerate dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs, other products and preparations, used in the textile industry (excluding those with a basis of amylaceous substances).
Common questions
What is the value of textile finishing agent imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported textile finishing agent worth $32.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply textile finishing agent to the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($24.6 million), followed by India (7%) and Malaysia (4%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 960% on the year.
What is the average import price of textile finishing agent per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.15 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $1.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of textile finishing agent to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $32.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $42.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export textile finishing agent?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $31.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for textile finishing agent?
The HS code for textile finishing agent is subheading 3809.91. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3809 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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