Light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $28.5 million of light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) in 2024 (33.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 58% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $28.5M | 33.6K t |
| 2023 | $18.1M | 17.5K t |
| 2022 | $26.8M | 23.0K t |
| 2021 | $16.4M | 16.7K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 7.8K t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 5.7K t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 5.6K t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 6.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) from
The largest suppliers were India (42%), Sweden (17%), Indonesia (14%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $12.1M | 42% |
| Sweden | $4.9M | 17% |
| Indonesia | $3.9M | 14% |
| China | $3.2M | 11% |
| South Africa | $1.9M | 6.8% |
| Portugal | $1.0M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $390K | 1.4% |
| Thailand | $298K | 1% |
| United States | $222K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $128K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.85 per kg, 32% below the world average of $1.25, 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.
Light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $367 thousand of light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) in 2024 (721 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (48%), South Africa (20%), United States (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $176K | 48% |
| South Africa | $72K | 20% |
| United States | $69K | 19% |
| Israel | $29K | 7.9% |
| Angola | $9K | 2.5% |
| Seychelles | $9K | 2.4% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.2% |
| Uganda | $0K | 0.1% |
| Mauritius | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imports (HS 4804.39): 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 4804.39: Kraft paper and paperboard: uncoated, bleached, weight 150g/m2 or less, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) worth $28.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 33.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 193 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 58% on 2023.
Which countries supply light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($12.1 million), followed by Sweden (17%) and Indonesia (14%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 471% on the year.
What is the average import price of light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.85 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $1.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $28.5 million in 2024, an increase of 356%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $367 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, South Africa and the United States. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $28.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2)?
The HS code for light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) is subheading 4804.39. 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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