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United Arab Emirates - Woven Fabrics of Cotton - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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United Arab Emirates: Cotton Fabric Market 2025

Cotton Fabric Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

The cotton fabric market in the United Arab Emirates skyrocketed to $X in 2021, rising by 81% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption posted a prominent expansion. Cotton fabric consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cotton Fabric Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

For the third year in a row, the United Arab Emirates recorded decline in overseas shipments of woven fabrics of cotton, which decreased by -4.1% to X tons in 2021. In general, exports saw a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 55%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cotton fabric exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 81%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Iraq (X tons), Iran (X tons) and Senegal (X tons) were the main destinations of cotton fabric exports from the United Arab Emirates.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Jordan (with a CAGR of +200.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for cotton fabric exported from the United Arab Emirates were Iraq ($X), Nigeria ($X) and Iran ($X).

In terms of the main countries of destination, Jordan, with a CAGR of +180.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cotton fabric export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 32% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a mild downturn. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Guinea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Nigeria (+14.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Cotton Fabric Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

Cotton fabric imports into the United Arab Emirates surged to X tons in 2021, picking up by 61% on the previous year's figure. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cotton fabric imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight shrinkage. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), India (X tons) and Pakistan (X tons) were the main suppliers of cotton fabric imports to the United Arab Emirates, together comprising 36% of total imports. These countries were followed by Japan, Italy, Austria and Thailand, which together accounted for a further 4.3%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Austria (with a CAGR of +19.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest cotton fabric suppliers to the United Arab Emirates were India ($X), China ($X) and Italy ($X), together accounting for 29% of total imports.

Italy, with a CAGR of +12.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average cotton fabric import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 7.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a mild descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 25%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (-0.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for woven fabrics of cotton in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cotton fabric consumption in 2020 were India, the United States and Bangladesh, together comprising 34% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of woven fabrics of cotton in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cotton fabric production was China, accounting for 43% of total volume. Moreover, cotton fabric production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of woven fabrics of cotton to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of cotton fabric to the United Arab Emirates, comprising 22% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 10% share of total imports. It was followed by Pakistan, with a 5.1% share.

What are the leading importers of woven fabrics of cotton from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Iran, Saudi Arabia and Iraq constituted the largest markets for cotton fabric exported from the United Arab Emirates worldwide, together comprising 60% of total exports.

What is the average export price for woven fabrics of cotton in the United Arab Emirates?

The average cotton fabric export price stood at $4,492 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 2.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for woven fabrics of cotton in the United Arab Emirates?

In 2020, the average cotton fabric import price amounted to $12,127 per ton, picking up by 3.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton fabric market in the United Arab Emirates. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 13202020 - Woven fabrics of cotton weighing . .100 g/m., for medical gauzes, bandages and dressings
Prodcom 13202060 - Woven fabrics of denim cotton weighing > .200 g/m. (including denim other than blue)
Prodcom 132020Z1 - Cotton fabrics, . .200 g/m. (excluding gauze and coloured yarns)
Prodcom 132020Z2 - Cotton fabrics, > .200 g/m. (excluding coloured yarns)
Prodcom 132020Z3 - Woven fabrics of cotton of yarns of different colours (excluding denim)

Country coverage:

United Arab Emirates

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the United Arab Emirates
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024