Molded paper pulp articles imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of molded paper pulp articles by Saudi Arabia reached $12.6 million in 2024 (6.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 73% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.6M | 6.3K t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $10.0M | 6.1K t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $8.1M | 6.4K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports molded paper pulp articles from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+960% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.1M | 72% |
| Indonesia | $825K | 6.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $790K | 6.3% |
| Malaysia | $742K | 5.9% |
| Mexico | $413K | 3.3% |
| Egypt | $354K | 2.8% |
| India | $136K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $72K | 0.6% |
| United States | $58K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $52K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.01 per kg, close to the world average of $2.35.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Molded paper pulp articles exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $6.3 million of molded paper pulp articles in 2024 (7.2 thousand tonnes). Jordan alone took 59% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia molded paper pulp articles imports (HS 4823.70): 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 4823.70: Paper pulp: moulded or pressed articles or paper pulp.
Common questions
What is the value of molded paper pulp articles imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported molded paper pulp articles worth $12.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 213 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 73% on 2023.
Which countries supply molded paper pulp articles to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($9.1 million), followed by Indonesia (7%) and the United Arab Emirates (6%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 960% on the year.
What is the average import price of molded paper pulp articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.01 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $2.35 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of molded paper pulp articles to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.1 million in 2017 to $12.6 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export molded paper pulp articles?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $6.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Jordan, the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $6.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for molded paper pulp articles?
The HS code for molded paper pulp articles is subheading 4823.70. 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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