Large paper sacks and bags imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported large paper sacks and bags worth $6.9 million (3.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 0%. That is 32% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $10.2 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 | $6.9M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $10.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $8.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 2.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports large paper sacks and bags from
Most of the value came from India (37%), Italy (15%), China (9%). Among the main suppliers, New Zealand grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.6M | 37% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 15% |
| China | $635K | 9.2% |
| France | $554K | 8.1% |
| Pakistan | $413K | 6% |
| Turkey | $275K | 4% |
| New Zealand | $234K | 3.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $183K | 2.7% |
| Australia | $165K | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $143K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.24 per kg, close to the world average of $2.15.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Large paper sacks and bags exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of large paper sacks and bags by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.9 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (36%), Bahrain (29%), Kuwait (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.0M | 36% |
| Bahrain | $835K | 29% |
| Kuwait | $444K | 15% |
| Qatar | $239K | 8.3% |
| United States | $49K | 1.7% |
| France | $43K | 1.5% |
| Lebanon | $39K | 1.4% |
| Maldives | $28K | 1% |
| Georgia | $24K | 0.8% |
| Seychelles | $24K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates large paper sacks and bags imports (HS 4819.30): 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 4819.30: Paper and paperboard: sacks and bags of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or fibres, having a base of a width of 40cm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of large paper sacks and bags imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported large paper sacks and bags worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply large paper sacks and bags to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Italy (15%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 728% on the year.
What is the average import price of large paper sacks and bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.24 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of large paper sacks and bags to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. The peak was 2023 at $10.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export large paper sacks and bags?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for large paper sacks and bags?
The HS code for large paper sacks and bags is subheading 4819.30. 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 4819 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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