Paper and cellulose articles (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported paper and cellulose articles (other) worth $6.1 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). That is 26% 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 | $6.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $6.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $7.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 1.2K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports paper and cellulose articles (other) from
China alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.1M | 51% |
| Turkey | $875K | 14% |
| Italy | $533K | 8.7% |
| South Korea | $441K | 7.2% |
| Poland | $437K | 7.1% |
| Germany | $133K | 2.2% |
| United States | $113K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $99K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $76K | 1.3% |
| Philippines | $62K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.04 per kg, close to the world average of $3.25.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Paper and cellulose articles (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $755 thousand of paper and cellulose articles (other) in 2024 (125 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Mexico (41%), Kuwait (24%), Germany (16%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+822% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $310K | 41% |
| Kuwait | $178K | 24% |
| Germany | $121K | 16% |
| United Arab Emirates | $70K | 9.2% |
| United Kingdom | $32K | 4.2% |
| Qatar | $16K | 2.1% |
| Egypt | $15K | 2% |
| Bahrain | $5K | 0.6% |
| Philippines | $2K | 0.2% |
| Yemen | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia paper and cellulose articles (other) imports (HS 4818.90): 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 4818.90: Paper articles: articles of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 4818.
Common questions
What is the value of paper and cellulose articles (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported paper and cellulose articles (other) worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 48th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper and cellulose articles (other) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Turkey (14%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 36% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper and cellulose articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.04 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $3.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paper and cellulose articles (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, an increase of 56%. The peak was 2019 at $7.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export paper and cellulose articles (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $755 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Kuwait and Germany. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $5.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper and cellulose articles (other)?
The HS code for paper and cellulose articles (other) is subheading 4818.90. 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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