Vinyl acetate copolymer (solid) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported vinyl acetate copolymer (solid) worth $6.1 million (4.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 0%. That is 48% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $15.2 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 | $6.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $11.6M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $15.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2021 | $11.8M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $11.5M | 5.5K t |
| 2018 | $11.5M | 5.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 1.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports vinyl acetate copolymer (solid) from
The largest suppliers were China (35%), South Korea (31%), Taiwan (15%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 35% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 31% |
| Taiwan | $907K | 15% |
| Switzerland | $473K | 7.8% |
| Turkey | $382K | 6.3% |
| India | $75K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $58K | 1% |
| Brazil | $40K | 0.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $36K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.49 per kg, 28% below the world average of $2.08, 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.
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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 3905.29: Vinyl acetate copolymers: (other than in aqueous dispersion), in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of vinyl acetate copolymer (solid) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported vinyl acetate copolymer (solid) worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 156 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 48% on 2023.
Which countries supply vinyl acetate copolymer (solid) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by South Korea (31%) and Taiwan (15%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 109% on the year.
What is the average import price of vinyl acetate copolymer (solid) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.49 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $2.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vinyl acetate copolymer (solid) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, an increase of 118%. The peak was 2022 at $15.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for vinyl acetate copolymer (solid)?
The HS code for vinyl acetate copolymer (solid) is subheading 3905.29. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3905 page.
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