Unbleached medium plain cotton fabric imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of unbleached medium plain cotton fabric by the United Arab Emirates reached $25.1 million in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 167 countries for imports of this product. That is 407% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% 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 | $25.1M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 756 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 599 t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 556 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 408 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 401 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 507 t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 488 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports unbleached medium plain cotton fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+760% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $22.4M | 89% |
| India | $2.3M | 9.1% |
| Pakistan | $163K | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | $66K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $60K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $41K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $17K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $15K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $8K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.65 per kg, 57% above the world average of $4.23. 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 unbleached medium plain cotton fabric imports (HS 5208.12): 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 5208.12: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, unbleached, plain weave, weighing more than 100g/m2 but not more than 200g/m2.
Common questions
What is the value of unbleached medium plain cotton fabric imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported unbleached medium plain cotton fabric worth $25.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 167 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 407% on 2023.
Which countries supply unbleached medium plain cotton fabric to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($22.4 million), followed by India (9%) and Pakistan (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 849% on the year.
What is the average import price of unbleached medium plain cotton fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.65 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $4.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of unbleached medium plain cotton fabric to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $25.1 million in 2024, an increase of 532%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for unbleached medium plain cotton fabric?
The HS code for unbleached medium plain cotton fabric is subheading 5208.12. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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