Filter paper and paperboard imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported filter paper and paperboard worth $7.3 million (848 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 18% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $14.1 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 | $7.3M | 848 t |
| 2023 | $8.9M | 715 t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 600 t |
| 2021 | $14.1M | 669 t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 506 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 229 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 244 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports filter paper and paperboard from
United Kingdom alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+927% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $5.0M | 68% |
| Spain | $890K | 12% |
| China | $837K | 12% |
| United States | $371K | 5.1% |
| Turkey | $150K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $24K | 0.3% |
| India | $14K | 0.2% |
| France | $13K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $10K | 0.1% |
| Philippines | $8K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.62 per kg, 144% above the world average of $3.54. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates filter paper and paperboard imports (HS 4805.40): 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 4805.40: Paper and paperboard: filter paper and paperboard, uncoated, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of filter paper and paperboard imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported filter paper and paperboard worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 848 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 187 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply filter paper and paperboard to the United Arab Emirates?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by Spain (12%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 927% on the year.
What is the average import price of filter paper and paperboard per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.62 per kg in 2024, 144% above the world average of $3.54 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of filter paper and paperboard to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, an increase of 225%. The peak was 2021 at $14.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for filter paper and paperboard?
The HS code for filter paper and paperboard is subheading 4805.40. 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 4805 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.
Same product, other countries
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More trade data for the United Arab Emirates
- Fluting paper (other types)
- Light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2)
- Uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2)
- Uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2)
- Uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+)
- Heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2)
- Semi-chemical fluting paper
- All United Arab Emirates trade data
- HS 4805 codes
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