MDF (3–5 mm) imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported mdf (3–5 mm) worth $2.0 million (5.1 thousand tonnes). That is 43% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $2.8 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 | $2.0M | 5.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 5.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.7M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 7.7K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 7.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 6.2K t |
Where Qatar imports mdf (3–5 mm) from
Thailand alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+93% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $1.1M | 52% |
| China | $619K | 30% |
| Turkey | $111K | 5.5% |
| Poland | $91K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $29K | 1.4% |
| Malaysia | $27K | 1.3% |
| United States | $19K | 0.9% |
| Greece | $17K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $17K | 0.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $13K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.40 per kg, 22% below the world average of $0.51, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
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 Qatar mdf (3–5 mm) imports (HS 4411.12): 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 4411.12: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness not exceeding 5 mm.
Common questions
What is the value of mdf (3–5 mm) imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported mdf (3–5 mm) worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 73rd of 197 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply mdf (3–5 mm) to Qatar?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by China (30%) and Turkey (5%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 610% on the year.
What is the average import price of mdf (3–5 mm) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.40 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $0.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mdf (3–5 mm) to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2018 at $2.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for mdf (3–5 mm)?
The HS code for mdf (3–5 mm) is subheading 4411.12. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4411 page.
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