Uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) by Saudi Arabia reached $26.5 million in 2024 (40.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $38.1 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 | $26.5M | 40.3K t |
| 2023 | $29.1M | 29.4K t |
| 2022 | $38.1M | 43.8K t |
| 2021 | $27.6M | 35.3K t |
| 2020 | $27.1M | 45.7K t |
| 2019 | $18.7M | 31.7K t |
| 2018 | $26.8M | 36.9K t |
| 2017 | $25.9M | 38.8K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) from
Most of the value came from Germany (34%), Spain (27%), Indonesia (20%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.66 per kg, 39% below the world average of $1.08, 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.
Uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) by Saudi Arabia reached $6.4 million in 2024 (12.7 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Yemen accounted for 98% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Yemen grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Yemen | $6.3M | 98% |
| Costa Rica | $90K | 1.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $15K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) imports (HS 4805.91): 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 4805.91: Paper and paperboard: uncoated, weight 150g/m2 or less, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no.4805.
Common questions
What is the value of uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) worth $26.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 40.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 183 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) to Saudi Arabia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($8.9 million), followed by Spain (27%) and Indonesia (20%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 113% on the year.
What is the average import price of uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.66 per kg in 2024, 39% below the world average of $1.08 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $25.9 million in 2017 to $26.5 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2022 at $38.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.5 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $6.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Yemen, Costa Rica and Sri Lanka. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $20.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2)?
The HS code for uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2) is subheading 4805.91. 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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