Cigarette paper (narrow rolls) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cigarette paper (narrow rolls) by the United Arab Emirates reached $24.7 million in 2024 (11.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 162 countries. That is 49% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $59.8 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 | $24.7M | 11.2K t |
| 2023 | $48.6M | 19.0K t |
| 2022 | $59.8M | 22.1K t |
| 2021 | $29.8M | 12.9K t |
| 2020 | $30.9M | 14.6K t |
| 2019 | $29.0M | 14.4K t |
| 2018 | $23.7M | 10.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 1.6K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports cigarette paper (narrow rolls) from
China alone supplied 74% of it. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $18.2M | 74% |
| Indonesia | $2.9M | 12% |
| Czech Republic | $2.2M | 8.7% |
| Germany | $551K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $405K | 1.6% |
| France | $361K | 1.5% |
| United States | $125K | 0.5% |
| Bulgaria | $42K | 0.2% |
| Ukraine | $8K | 0% |
| Hungary | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.20 per kg, 37% below the world average of $3.50, 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.
Cigarette paper (narrow rolls) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported cigarette paper (narrow rolls) worth $9.4 million (4.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Saudi Arabia alone took 99% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $9.3M | 99% |
| South Africa | $59K | 0.6% |
| Angola | $50K | 0.5% |
| Singapore | $6K | 0.1% |
| India | $4K | 0% |
| Ireland | $2K | 0% |
| Germany | $2K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $1K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates cigarette paper (narrow rolls) imports (HS 4813.20): 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 4813.20: Paper, cigarette: in rolls of a width not exceeding 5cm.
Common questions
What is the value of cigarette paper (narrow rolls) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported cigarette paper (narrow rolls) worth $24.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 162 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply cigarette paper (narrow rolls) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($18.2 million), followed by Indonesia (12%) and the Czech Republic (9%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 231% on the year.
What is the average import price of cigarette paper (narrow rolls) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.20 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $3.50 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cigarette paper (narrow rolls) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $24.7 million in 2024, an increase of 640%. The peak was 2022 at $59.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export cigarette paper (narrow rolls)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $9.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, South Africa and Angola. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $15.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for cigarette paper (narrow rolls)?
The HS code for cigarette paper (narrow rolls) is subheading 4813.20. 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 4813 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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