Felt paper and paperboard exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported felt paper and paperboard worth $4.8 million (7.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 65 countries. That is 17% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 39% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $20.7 million.
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 | $4.8M | 7.6K t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 7.4K t |
| 2022 | $11.3M | 13.3K t |
| 2021 | $20.7M | 28.1K t |
| 2020 | $364K | 650 t |
| 2019 | $48K | 74 t |
| 2018 | $233K | 335 t |
| 2017 | $480K | 836 t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports felt paper and paperboard to
One buyer market dominates: Egypt accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.63 per kg, 31% below the world average of $0.91, 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.
Felt paper and paperboard imports to Saudi Arabia
Imports of felt paper and paperboard by Saudi Arabia reached $898 thousand in 2024 (907 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Indonesia (39%), Germany (23%), Spain (15%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+136% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $353K | 39% |
| Germany | $206K | 23% |
| Spain | $133K | 15% |
| Egypt | $114K | 13% |
| United States | $61K | 6.8% |
| China | $21K | 2.4% |
| Jordan | $9K | 1% |
| India | $2K | 0.2% |
| Finland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia felt paper and paperboard exports (HS 4805.50): 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 4805.50: Paper and paperboard: felt paper and paperboard, uncoated, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of felt paper and paperboard exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported felt paper and paperboard worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 65 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries buy felt paper and paperboard from Saudi Arabia?
Egypt was the largest buyer with 92% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Kuwait (3%) and Spain (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 9 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 72% on the year.
What is the average export price of felt paper and paperboard per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.63 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $0.91 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of felt paper and paperboard from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $480 thousand in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, an increase of 899%. The peak was 2021 at $20.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import felt paper and paperboard?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $898 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Indonesia, Germany and Spain. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for felt paper and paperboard?
The HS code for felt paper and paperboard is subheading 4805.50. 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 4805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Saudi Arabia. Tell us your product to see it live.
Same product, other countries
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