Wigs (other materials) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported wigs (other materials) worth $8.9 million (260 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 196 countries. Value fell 43% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $70.5 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 | $8.9M | 260 t |
| 2023 | $15.6M | 427 t |
| 2022 | $12.1M | 369 t |
| 2021 | $7.4M | 504 t |
| 2020 | $70.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $55.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 632 t |
| 2017 | $26.6M | 253 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports wigs (other materials) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Kenya grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.3M | 82% |
| Kenya | $1.1M | 13% |
| Indonesia | $267K | 3% |
| United States | $62K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $33K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $25K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $20K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $16K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $7K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $6K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.03 per kg, 174% above the world average of $12.41. 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.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates wigs (other materials) imports (HS 6704.90): 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 6704.90: Wigs, false beards, eyebrows and eyelashes, switches and the like and other articles n.e.c.: of animal hair or of textile materials other than synthetic.
Common questions
What is the value of wigs (other materials) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported wigs (other materials) worth $8.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 260 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 196 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply wigs (other materials) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Kenya (13%) and Indonesia (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 655% on the year.
What is the average import price of wigs (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.03 per kg in 2024, 174% above the world average of $12.41 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of wigs (other materials) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.6 million in 2017 to $8.9 million in 2024, a fall of 67%. The peak was 2020 at $70.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for wigs (other materials)?
The HS code for wigs (other materials) is subheading 6704.90. It sits in HS chapter 67 (feathers and down, prepared; and articles made of feather or of down; artificial flowers; articles of human hair). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6704 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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