Handbag (fibre or paperboard) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $22.3 million of handbag (fibre or paperboard) in 2024 (710 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 214 countries. That is 18% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $22.3M | 710 t |
| 2023 | $18.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $17.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $9.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $9.2M | 681 t |
| 2019 | $13.7M | 681 t |
| 2018 | $17.0M | 689 t |
| 2017 | $8.4M | 523 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports handbag (fibre or paperboard) from
The largest suppliers were Italy (28%), Turkey (21%), Thailand (16%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $6.2M | 28% |
| Turkey | $4.6M | 21% |
| Thailand | $3.6M | 16% |
| France | $1.6M | 7.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 5.2% |
| India | $769K | 3.5% |
| Germany | $725K | 3.3% |
| Pakistan | $705K | 3.2% |
| United States | $612K | 2.8% |
| China | $449K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.39 per kg, 149% above the world average of $12.59. 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.
Handbag (fibre or paperboard) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of handbag (fibre or paperboard) by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.9 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Kuwait (34%), Qatar (10%), Seychelles (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates handbag (fibre or paperboard) imports (HS 4202.29): 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 4202.29: Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), of vulcanised fibre or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper.
Common questions
What is the value of handbag (fibre or paperboard) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported handbag (fibre or paperboard) worth $22.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 710 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 214 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply handbag (fibre or paperboard) to the United Arab Emirates?
Italy was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by Turkey (21%) and Thailand (16%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 517% on the year.
What is the average import price of handbag (fibre or paperboard) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.39 per kg in 2024, 149% above the world average of $12.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of handbag (fibre or paperboard) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.4 million in 2017 to $22.3 million in 2024, an increase of 165%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export handbag (fibre or paperboard)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Qatar and the Seychelles. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $19.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for handbag (fibre or paperboard)?
The HS code for handbag (fibre or paperboard) is subheading 4202.29. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 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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