Facial tissues and paper towels exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
Saudi Arabia exported $48.9 million of facial tissues and paper towels in 2024 (19.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $48.9M | 19.4K t |
| 2023 | $44.2M | 14.1K t |
| 2022 | $56.2M | 21.6K t |
| 2021 | $46.6M | 18.7K t |
| 2020 | $39.0M | 13.0K t |
| 2019 | $28.6M | 8.7K t |
| 2018 | $24.4M | 8.2K t |
| 2017 | $19.1M | 7.2K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports facial tissues and paper towels to
Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (35%), Kuwait (30%), Jordan (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest (+816% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.51 per kg, close to the world average of $2.29.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Facial tissues and paper towels imports to Saudi Arabia
Imports of facial tissues and paper towels by Saudi Arabia reached $34.8 million in 2024 (20.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from China (32%), Jordan (17%), Egypt (15%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.2M | 32% |
| Jordan | $5.8M | 17% |
| Egypt | $5.3M | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.5M | 10% |
| France | $2.3M | 6.5% |
| Kuwait | $2.0M | 5.8% |
| Bahrain | $1.0M | 2.9% |
| South Africa | $877K | 2.5% |
| United States | $536K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $449K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia facial tissues and paper towels exports (HS 4818.20): 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 4818.20: Paper articles: handkerchiefs, cleansing or facial tissues and towels.
Common questions
What is the value of facial tissues and paper towels exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported facial tissues and paper towels worth $48.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 169 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy facial tissues and paper towels from Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($16.9 million), followed by Kuwait (30%) and Jordan (13%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 32 buyer countries in total. Jordan grew fastest among the top ten, up 816% on the year.
What is the average export price of facial tissues and paper towels per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.51 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $2.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of facial tissues and paper towels from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $19.1 million in 2017 to $48.9 million in 2024, an increase of 156%. The peak was 2022 at $56.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $38.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import facial tissues and paper towels?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $34.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Jordan and Egypt. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $14.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for facial tissues and paper towels?
The HS code for facial tissues and paper towels is subheading 4818.20. 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 4818 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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