Paper and pulp articles (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paper and pulp articles (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $70.8 million in 2024 (32.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $101.9 million.
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 | $70.8M | 32.6K t |
| 2023 | $59.8M | 25.6K t |
| 2022 | $101.9M | 32.3K t |
| 2021 | $55.9M | 24.1K t |
| 2020 | $58.3M | 26.6K t |
| 2019 | $60.3M | 30.4K t |
| 2018 | $52.9M | 28.1K t |
| 2017 | $38.6M | 18.8K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports paper and pulp articles (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $37.2M | 53% |
| India | $25.5M | 36% |
| Thailand | $1.5M | 2.2% |
| United States | $1.4M | 2% |
| Italy | $825K | 1.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $619K | 0.9% |
| Bahrain | $574K | 0.8% |
| Egypt | $480K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $327K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $315K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.17 per kg, close to the world average of $2.53.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Paper and pulp articles (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of paper and pulp articles (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $56.9 million in 2024 (15.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Kuwait (31%), Yemen (22%), Iraq (22%). Among the main buyer markets, Yemen grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia paper and pulp articles (other) imports (HS 4823.90): 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 4823.90: Paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823.
Common questions
What is the value of paper and pulp articles (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported paper and pulp articles (other) worth $70.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 32.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 223 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper and pulp articles (other) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($37.2 million), followed by India (36%) and Thailand (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 665% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper and pulp articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.17 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $2.53 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of paper and pulp articles (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $38.6 million in 2017 to $70.8 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. The peak was 2022 at $101.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $62.3 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export paper and pulp articles (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $56.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Yemen and Iraq. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $13.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper and pulp articles (other)?
The HS code for paper and pulp articles (other) is subheading 4823.90. 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 4823 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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