Uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) worth $23.5 million (27.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 155 countries. That is 33% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $32.1 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 | $23.5M | 27.5K t |
| 2023 | $17.6M | 21.3K t |
| 2022 | $32.1M | 28.2K t |
| 2021 | $26.6M | 30.9K t |
| 2020 | $22.1M | 36.7K t |
| 2019 | $20.4M | 33.9K t |
| 2018 | $17.2M | 28.6K t |
| 2017 | $19.6M | 37.3K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) from
Most of the value came from Finland (42%), Germany (24%), Spain (22%). Among the main suppliers, Finland grew fastest (+84% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $9.8M | 42% |
| Germany | $5.6M | 24% |
| Spain | $5.3M | 22% |
| United Kingdom | $833K | 3.6% |
| Italy | $668K | 2.8% |
| China | $489K | 2.1% |
| Thailand | $405K | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $299K | 1.3% |
| India | $49K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $21K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.85 per kg, close to the world average of $0.75.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) worth $294 thousand (421 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 86% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $252K | 86% |
| United Arab Emirates | $42K | 14% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) imports (HS 4805.92): 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 4805.92: Paper and paperboard: uncoated, weight more than 150g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805.
Common questions
What is the value of uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) worth $23.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 155 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) to Saudi Arabia?
Finland was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($9.8 million), followed by Germany (24%) and Spain (22%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 134% on the year.
What is the average import price of uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.85 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $0.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.6 million in 2017 to $23.5 million in 2024, an increase of 20%. The peak was 2022 at $32.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.4 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $294 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $23.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2)?
The HS code for uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) is subheading 4805.92. 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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