Blank paper labels imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of blank paper labels by the United Arab Emirates reached $5.7 million in 2024 (878 tonnes). Value fell 39% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $9.3 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 | $5.7M | 878 t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $8.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 564 t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 988 t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 766 t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 668 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports blank paper labels from
Most of the value came from China (34%), Italy (13%), Spain (10%). Among the main suppliers, Slovenia grew fastest (+160% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 34% |
| Italy | $745K | 13% |
| Spain | $557K | 9.7% |
| Germany | $392K | 6.9% |
| Netherlands | $327K | 5.7% |
| India | $269K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $205K | 3.6% |
| United States | $196K | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $146K | 2.6% |
| Slovenia | $143K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.52 per kg, 24% above the world average of $5.27. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Blank paper labels exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $1.6 million of blank paper labels in 2024 (433 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (18%), Egypt (15%), Bahrain (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $279K | 18% |
| Egypt | $231K | 15% |
| Bahrain | $172K | 11% |
| Kenya | $167K | 11% |
| Thailand | $89K | 5.7% |
| Seychelles | $69K | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $68K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $49K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $45K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $43K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates blank paper labels imports (HS 4821.90): 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 4821.90: Paper and paperboard: labels of all kinds, unprinted.
Common questions
What is the value of blank paper labels imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported blank paper labels worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 878 tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply blank paper labels to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Italy (13%) and Spain (10%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 160% on the year.
What is the average import price of blank paper labels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.52 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $5.27 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of blank paper labels to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. The peak was 2023 at $9.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export blank paper labels?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Bahrain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for blank paper labels?
The HS code for blank paper labels is subheading 4821.90. 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 4821 page.
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