Semi-chemical fluting paper exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported semi-chemical fluting paper worth $17.8 million (41.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 21% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $29.8 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 | $17.8M | 41.1K t |
| 2023 | $22.5M | 33.6K t |
| 2022 | $28.6M | 38.6K t |
| 2021 | $29.8M | 49.2K t |
| 2020 | $10.5M | 21.4K t |
| 2019 | $15.0M | 35.9K t |
| 2018 | $10.6M | 20.3K t |
| 2017 | $6.2M | 12.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports semi-chemical fluting paper to
Jordan alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Yemen grew fastest (+155% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.43 per kg, 33% below the world average of $0.64, 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.
Semi-chemical fluting paper imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $1.1 million of semi-chemical fluting paper in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from South Africa (40%), Sweden (19%), Finland (17%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $432K | 40% |
| Sweden | $203K | 19% |
| Finland | $187K | 17% |
| India | $91K | 8.4% |
| Italy | $90K | 8.3% |
| Egypt | $84K | 7.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia semi-chemical fluting paper exports (HS 4805.11): 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 4805.11: Paper and paperboard: uncoated, semi-chemical fluting paper, rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of semi-chemical fluting paper exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported semi-chemical fluting paper worth $17.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 79 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy semi-chemical fluting paper from Saudi Arabia?
Jordan was the largest buyer with 51% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by Yemen (40%) and Egypt (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 14 buyer countries in total. Rwanda grew fastest among the top ten, up 204% on the year.
What is the average export price of semi-chemical fluting paper per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.43 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $0.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of semi-chemical fluting paper from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.2 million in 2017 to $17.8 million in 2024, an increase of 189%. The peak was 2021 at $29.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import semi-chemical fluting paper?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, Sweden and Finland. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $16.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for semi-chemical fluting paper?
The HS code for semi-chemical fluting paper is subheading 4805.11. 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.
Same product, other countries
World semi-chemical fluting paper trade: top importers and exporters
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- Uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2)
- Uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+)
- Heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2)
- Sulfite wrapping paper
- Felt paper and paperboard
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- HS 4805 codes
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