Zipper imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $5.1 million of zipper in 2024 (347 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 61% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $5.1M | 347 t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 324 t |
| 2022 | $1.1M | 174 t |
| 2021 | $772K | 129 t |
| 2020 | $670K | 125 t |
| 2019 | $842K | 312 t |
| 2018 | $909K | 166 t |
| 2017 | $1.4M | 146 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports zipper from
Most of the value came from China (43%), India (32%), Egypt (17%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+370% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 43% |
| India | $1.7M | 32% |
| Egypt | $888K | 17% |
| Pakistan | $161K | 3.1% |
| Taiwan | $68K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $42K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $27K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $23K | 0.5% |
| Hong Kong | $22K | 0.4% |
| France | $8K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.78 per kg, close to the world average of $15.30.
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 zipper imports (HS 9607.11): 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 9607.11: Slide fasteners: fitted with chain scoops of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of zipper imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported zipper worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 347 tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 192 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 61% on 2023.
Which countries supply zipper to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by India (32%) and Egypt (17%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 961% on the year.
What is the average import price of zipper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.78 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $15.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of zipper to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.4 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, an increase of 262%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for zipper?
The HS code for zipper is subheading 9607.11. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9607 page.
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