Unsaturated polyester film and sheet imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $3.9 million of unsaturated polyester film and sheet in 2024 (947 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 15% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $3.9M | 947 t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 836 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 559 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 182 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 113 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 153 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 124 t |
| 2017 | $1.6M | 146 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports unsaturated polyester film and sheet from
Most of the value came from United States (46%), Saudi Arabia (32%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.8M | 46% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 32% |
| China | $636K | 16% |
| India | $207K | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $11K | 0.3% |
| Czech Republic | $6K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $1K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.14 per kg, 20% above the world average of $3.44. 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.
Unsaturated polyester film and sheet exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported unsaturated polyester film and sheet worth $3.1 million (418 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Lebanon accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+213% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lebanon | $1.8M | 57% |
| Zambia | $1.0M | 33% |
| Saudi Arabia | $138K | 4.4% |
| Egypt | $128K | 4.1% |
| Angola | $26K | 0.8% |
| United States | $9K | 0.3% |
| India | $4K | 0.1% |
| Costa Rica | $0K | 0% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates unsaturated polyester film and sheet imports (HS 3920.63): 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 3920.63: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of unsaturated polyesters, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of unsaturated polyester film and sheet imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported unsaturated polyester film and sheet worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 947 tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 168 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply unsaturated polyester film and sheet to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (32%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 254% on the year.
What is the average import price of unsaturated polyester film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.14 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $3.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of unsaturated polyester film and sheet to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.6 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 142%. The peak was 2023 at $4.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export unsaturated polyester film and sheet?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Lebanon, Zambia and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $767 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for unsaturated polyester film and sheet?
The HS code for unsaturated polyester film and sheet is subheading 3920.63. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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