Fibreboard (medium density, other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported fibreboard (medium density, other) worth $46.7 million (157.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 159 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 127% on 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 | $46.7M | 157.7K t |
| 2023 | $20.6M | 21.9K t |
| 2022 | $15.2M | 5.7K t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 6.1K t |
| 2020 | $10.1M | 17.4K t |
| 2019 | $17.2M | 36.0K t |
| 2018 | $28.9M | 47.3K t |
| 2017 | $37.7M | 94.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports fibreboard (medium density, other) from
Thailand alone supplied 76% of it. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $35.3M | 76% |
| Malaysia | $9.0M | 19% |
| Greece | $2.2M | 4.7% |
| India | $100K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $25K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $14K | 0% |
| United States | $4K | 0% |
| China | $3K | 0% |
| Spain | $2K | 0% |
| Kuwait | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.30 per kg, 41% below the world average of $0.51, 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.
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The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates fibreboard (medium density, other) imports (HS 4411.93): 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 4411.93: Fibreboard (other than MDF) of a density exceeding 0.5g/cm3 but not 0.8g/cm3, of wood or other ligneous materials, bonded or not with resins or other organic substances.
Common questions
What is the value of fibreboard (medium density, other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported fibreboard (medium density, other) worth $46.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 157.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 159 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was up 127% on 2023.
Which countries supply fibreboard (medium density, other) to the United Arab Emirates?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($35.3 million), followed by Malaysia (19%) and Greece (5%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 735% on the year.
What is the average import price of fibreboard (medium density, other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.30 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $0.51 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fibreboard (medium density, other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37.7 million in 2017 to $46.7 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $23.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for fibreboard (medium density, other)?
The HS code for fibreboard (medium density, other) is subheading 4411.93. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4411 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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