Tufted carpet (natural, non-wool) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $10.6 million of tufted carpet (natural, non-wool) in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 208 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $10.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $10.3M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $10.6M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $7.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $8.8M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $6.7M | 6.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 335 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports tufted carpet (natural, non-wool) from
Most of the value came from India (35%), Egypt (21%), China (19%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+299% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.7M | 35% |
| Egypt | $2.2M | 21% |
| China | $2.0M | 19% |
| Italy | $757K | 7.2% |
| Portugal | $490K | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $388K | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $255K | 2.4% |
| United States | $152K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $147K | 1.4% |
| Austria | $96K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.70 per kg, 21% above the world average of $4.71. 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.
Tufted carpet (natural, non-wool) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported tufted carpet (natural, non-wool) worth $6.1 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Seychelles grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.6M | 59% |
| Seychelles | $608K | 10% |
| Australia | $320K | 5.3% |
| Tanzania | $207K | 3.4% |
| Uganda | $191K | 3.2% |
| India | $172K | 2.8% |
| Kenya | $135K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $108K | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $96K | 1.6% |
| Singapore | $88K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates tufted carpet (natural, non-wool) imports (HS 5703.90): 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 5703.90: Carpets and other textile floor coverings: tufted, of textile materials (other than man-made, wool or fine animal hair), whether or not made up.
Common questions
What is the value of tufted carpet (natural, non-wool) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported tufted carpet (natural, non-wool) worth $10.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 208 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply tufted carpet (natural, non-wool) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Egypt (21%) and China (19%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 299% on the year.
What is the average import price of tufted carpet (natural, non-wool) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.70 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $4.71 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of tufted carpet (natural, non-wool) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $10.6 million in 2024, an increase of 277%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export tufted carpet (natural, non-wool)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $6.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the Seychelles and Australia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for tufted carpet (natural, non-wool)?
The HS code for tufted carpet (natural, non-wool) is subheading 5703.90. It sits in HS chapter 57 (carpets and other textile floor coverings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5703 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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