Textured polyester fabric (natural) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $25.9 million of textured polyester fabric (natural) in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 182 countries. That is 326% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 32% 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 | $25.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $10.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 973 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 588 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 848 t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 524 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports textured polyester fabric (natural) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+478% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.56 per kg, 57% above the world average of $4.19. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates textured polyester fabric (natural) imports (HS 5407.51): 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 5407.51: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, unbleached or bleached.
Common questions
What is the value of textured polyester fabric (natural) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported textured polyester fabric (natural) worth $25.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 182 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 326% on 2023.
Which countries supply textured polyester fabric (natural) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($23.9 million), followed by India (6%) and Japan (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 566% on the year.
What is the average import price of textured polyester fabric (natural) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.56 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $4.19 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of textured polyester fabric (natural) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $25.9 million in 2024, an increase of 606%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for textured polyester fabric (natural)?
The HS code for textured polyester fabric (natural) is subheading 5407.51. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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