Heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) by Saudi Arabia reached $9.3 million in 2024 (21.0 thousand tonnes). That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 44% 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 | $9.3M | 21.0K t |
| 2023 | $8.4M | 15.6K t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 17.9K t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 13.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $419K | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $711K | 1.6K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (27%), Kuwait (18%), France (16%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+260% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $2.5M | 27% |
| Kuwait | $1.7M | 19% |
| France | $1.5M | 16% |
| Austria | $1.2M | 13% |
| China | $949K | 10% |
| Germany | $365K | 3.9% |
| Spain | $263K | 2.8% |
| United States | $231K | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $223K | 2.4% |
| India | $213K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.44 per kg, close to the world average of $0.53.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $4.2 million of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) in 2024 (9.4 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Egypt (36%), Sri Lanka (29%), Algeria (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Sri Lanka grew fastest (+999% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $1.5M | 36% |
| Sri Lanka | $1.2M | 29% |
| Algeria | $516K | 12% |
| Yemen | $237K | 5.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $182K | 4.3% |
| Bahrain | $120K | 2.9% |
| Malawi | $89K | 2.1% |
| Colombia | $82K | 2% |
| Morocco | $78K | 1.9% |
| Guatemala | $78K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) imports (HS 4805.25): 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 4805.25: Paper & paperboard: uncoated, testliner (recycled linerboard), weight over 150g/m2, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 146 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) to Saudi Arabia?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Kuwait (18%) and France (16%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 260% on the year.
What is the average import price of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.44 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $0.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $711 thousand in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $11.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Sri Lanka and Algeria. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2)?
The HS code for heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) is subheading 4805.25. 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?
For Saudi Arabia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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