Disposable paper tableware imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported disposable paper tableware worth $55.6 million (27.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 26% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $84.7 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 | $55.6M | 27.2K t |
| 2023 | $75.4M | 17.4K t |
| 2022 | $84.7M | 35.1K t |
| 2021 | $55.4M | 23.7K t |
| 2020 | $46.8M | 18.9K t |
| 2019 | $61.7M | 25.0K t |
| 2018 | $43.1M | 17.2K t |
| 2017 | $30.4M | 11.8K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports disposable paper tableware from
China alone supplied 72% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $40.1M | 72% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7.7M | 14% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 3.9% |
| Jordan | $1.2M | 2.1% |
| Kuwait | $582K | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $535K | 1% |
| Australia | $474K | 0.9% |
| Tunisia | $458K | 0.8% |
| India | $324K | 0.6% |
| Indonesia | $308K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.04 per kg, 36% below the world average of $3.17, 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.
Disposable paper tableware exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $22.9 million of disposable paper tableware in 2024 (10.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia disposable paper tableware imports (HS 4823.69): 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 4823.69: Paper and paperboard: trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard other than of bamboo.
Common questions
What is the value of disposable paper tableware imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported disposable paper tableware worth $55.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply disposable paper tableware to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($40.1 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (14%) and Italy (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 48% on the year.
What is the average import price of disposable paper tableware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.04 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $3.17 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of disposable paper tableware to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.4 million in 2017 to $55.6 million in 2024, an increase of 83%. The peak was 2022 at $84.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export disposable paper tableware?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $22.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Bahrain. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $32.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for disposable paper tableware?
The HS code for disposable paper tableware is subheading 4823.69. 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 4823 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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