Facial tissues and paper towels imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $34.2 million of facial tissues and paper towels in 2024 (11.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 7% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $34.2M | 11.7K t |
| 2023 | $36.9M | 14.2K t |
| 2022 | $36.6M | 13.0K t |
| 2021 | $33.2M | 14.5K t |
| 2020 | $32.4M | 14.1K t |
| 2019 | $34.2M | 16.2K t |
| 2018 | $32.7M | 15.0K t |
| 2017 | $30.7M | 12.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports facial tissues and paper towels from
Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (50%), China (23%), Italy (13%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+255% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $16.9M | 50% |
| China | $7.8M | 23% |
| Italy | $4.5M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $1.0M | 3% |
| Turkey | $891K | 2.6% |
| France | $687K | 2% |
| Taiwan | $495K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $411K | 1.2% |
| Egypt | $346K | 1% |
| Germany | $224K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.92 per kg, 28% above the world average of $2.29. 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.
Facial tissues and paper towels exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported facial tissues and paper towels worth $13.6 million (6.9 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (26%), Kuwait (22%), Bahrain (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+375% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.5M | 26% |
| Kuwait | $3.0M | 22% |
| Bahrain | $2.6M | 19% |
| Qatar | $1.4M | 10% |
| Maldives | $1.2M | 8.7% |
| Seychelles | $409K | 3% |
| Cyprus | $238K | 1.8% |
| Canada | $199K | 1.5% |
| Israel | $159K | 1.2% |
| India | $106K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates facial tissues and paper towels imports (HS 4818.20): 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 4818.20: Paper articles: handkerchiefs, cleansing or facial tissues and towels.
Common questions
What is the value of facial tissues and paper towels imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported facial tissues and paper towels worth $34.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply facial tissues and paper towels to the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($16.9 million), followed by China (23%) and Italy (13%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 255% on the year.
What is the average import price of facial tissues and paper towels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.92 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $2.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of facial tissues and paper towels to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.7 million in 2017 to $34.2 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2023 at $36.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export facial tissues and paper towels?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $13.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $20.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for facial tissues and paper towels?
The HS code for facial tissues and paper towels is subheading 4818.20. 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 4818 page.
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