Cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) worth $2.7 million (184 tonnes). That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.6 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 | $2.7M | 184 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 119 t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 123 t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 126 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 63 t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 162 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 112 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 71 t |
Where Qatar imports cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) from
Most of the value came from Singapore (34%), China (20%), Italy (9%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+818% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $929K | 34% |
| China | $552K | 20% |
| Italy | $235K | 8.6% |
| Switzerland | $177K | 6.5% |
| India | $175K | 6.4% |
| United States | $130K | 4.8% |
| France | $88K | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $78K | 2.9% |
| Lebanon | $55K | 2% |
| Germany | $55K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.79 per kg, 22% above the world average of $12.13. 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.
Cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) exports from Qatar
In 2024, Qatar exported cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) worth $587 thousand (5 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Malaysia accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $541K | 92% |
| United Kingdom | $14K | 2.4% |
| Azerbaijan | $11K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $6K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $3K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3K | 0.4% |
| France | $2K | 0.4% |
| Kuwait | $2K | 0.3% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) imports (HS 4202.99): 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 4202.99: Cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, of vulcanised fibre or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper.
Common questions
What is the value of cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 184 tonnes. That ranks it 65th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) to Qatar?
Singapore was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($929 thousand), followed by China (20%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 818% on the year.
What is the average import price of cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.79 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $12.13 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 134%. The peak was 2022 at $4.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.5 million a year.
Does Qatar also export cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other)?
Yes. Qatar exported $587 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, the United Kingdom and Azerbaijan. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other)?
The HS code for cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) is subheading 4202.99. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 page.
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