Heavy unbleached kraft paper (225g/m2+) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $16.5 million of heavy unbleached kraft paper (225g/m2+) in 2024 (42.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 144 countries for imports of this product. That is 41% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% 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 | $16.5M | 42.0K t |
| 2023 | $11.7M | 21.1K t |
| 2022 | $13.3M | 18.9K t |
| 2021 | $12.2M | 18.8K t |
| 2020 | $5.9M | 10.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 8.5K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 8.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 5.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports heavy unbleached kraft paper (225g/m2+) from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 96% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $15.8M | 96% |
| Bulgaria | $589K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $20K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $14K | 0.1% |
| China | $13K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $7K | 0% |
| Croatia | $1K | 0% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.39 per kg, 56% below the world average of $0.89, 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 heavy unbleached kraft paper (225g/m2+) imports (HS 4804.51): 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 4804.51: Kraft paper and paperboard: uncoated, unbleached, weight 225g/m2 or more, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy unbleached kraft paper (225g/m2+) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported heavy unbleached kraft paper (225g/m2+) worth $16.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 42.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 144 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply heavy unbleached kraft paper (225g/m2+) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($15.8 million), followed by Bulgaria (4%) and the Netherlands (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 70% on the year.
What is the average import price of heavy unbleached kraft paper (225g/m2+) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.39 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $0.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of heavy unbleached kraft paper (225g/m2+) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $16.5 million in 2024, an increase of 577%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy unbleached kraft paper (225g/m2+)?
The HS code for heavy unbleached kraft paper (225g/m2+) is subheading 4804.51. 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 4804 page.
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