Bleached kraft sack paper imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $5.2 million of bleached kraft sack paper in 2024 (5.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 40% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $17.3 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 | $5.2M | 5.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $10.9M | 8.0K t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $4.5M | 6.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $17.3M | 15.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 4.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports bleached kraft sack paper from
The largest suppliers were Finland (34%), Sweden (29%), India (20%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $1.8M | 34% |
| Sweden | $1.5M | 29% |
| India | $1.0M | 20% |
| Czech Republic | $532K | 10% |
| China | $143K | 2.7% |
| United States | $106K | 2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $103K | 2% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.00 per kg, close to the world average of $1.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bleached kraft sack paper exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported bleached kraft sack paper worth $740 thousand (594 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Israel accounted for 95% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $703K | 95% |
| Saudi Arabia | $24K | 3.3% |
| India | $12K | 1.6% |
| Seychelles | $1K | 0.1% |
| Mozambique | $0K | 0% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates bleached kraft sack paper imports (HS 4804.29): 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 4804.29: Kraft paper and paperboard: sack kraft paper, uncoated, bleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of bleached kraft sack paper imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported bleached kraft sack paper worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 167 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply bleached kraft sack paper to the United Arab Emirates?
Finland was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Sweden (29%) and India (20%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 868% on the year.
What is the average import price of bleached kraft sack paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.00 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $1.17 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of bleached kraft sack paper to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. The peak was 2018 at $17.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export bleached kraft sack paper?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $740 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, Saudi Arabia and India. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for bleached kraft sack paper?
The HS code for bleached kraft sack paper is subheading 4804.29. 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 4804 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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