Corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons by Qatar reached $15.6 million in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). That is 158% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $15.6M | 4.7K t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $7.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $10.6M | 7.7K t |
| 2018 | $8.5M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $7.0M | 4.9K t |
Where Qatar imports corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+870% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $10.1M | 64% |
| China | $2.5M | 16% |
| Kuwait | $999K | 6.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $634K | 4.1% |
| India | $401K | 2.6% |
| Lebanon | $253K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $187K | 1.2% |
| Oman | $117K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $76K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $55K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.36 per kg, 104% above the world average of $1.65. 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.
Corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons exports from Qatar
Exports of corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons by Qatar reached $461 thousand in 2024 (136 tonnes). Mozambique alone took 80% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+146% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $368K | 80% |
| United Kingdom | $42K | 9.2% |
| United States | $34K | 7.4% |
| France | $10K | 2.1% |
| Malaysia | $2K | 0.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.3% |
| Indonesia | $1K | 0.2% |
| Kuwait | $1K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons imports (HS 4819.10): 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 4819.10: Paper and paperboard: cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons worth $15.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 83rd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 158% on 2023.
Which countries supply corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons to Qatar?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 64% of the value ($10.1 million), followed by China (16%) and Kuwait (6%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 870% on the year.
What is the average import price of corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.36 per kg in 2024, 104% above the world average of $1.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.0 million in 2017 to $15.6 million in 2024, an increase of 124%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.8 million a year.
Does Qatar also export corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons?
Yes. Qatar exported $461 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, the United Kingdom and the United States. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $15.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons?
The HS code for corrugated cardboard boxes and cartons is subheading 4819.10. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4819 page.
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