Light printing paper (under 40g/m2) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported light printing paper (under 40g/m2) worth $2.0 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 30% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $2.9 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 | $2.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $980K | 758 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports light printing paper (under 40g/m2) from
One supplier dominates: Thailand accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+239% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $1.2M | 57% |
| China | $389K | 19% |
| Germany | $287K | 14% |
| India | $56K | 2.7% |
| Singapore | $52K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $42K | 2% |
| Turkey | $19K | 0.9% |
| Canada | $15K | 0.7% |
| United States | $7K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $5K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.16 per kg, 33% below the world average of $1.72, 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 printing paper (under 40g/m2) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $257 thousand of light printing paper (under 40g/m2) in 2024 (172 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Egypt accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+460% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $185K | 72% |
| Kenya | $27K | 11% |
| Zimbabwe | $14K | 5.5% |
| Angola | $14K | 5.3% |
| Gambia | $5K | 1.8% |
| Tanzania | $4K | 1.4% |
| Zambia | $3K | 1.2% |
| Mozambique | $2K | 0.7% |
| Uzbekistan | $2K | 0.6% |
| France | $1K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates light printing paper (under 40g/m2) imports (HS 4802.54): 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 4802.54: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing less than 40g/m2, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of light printing paper (under 40g/m2) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported light printing paper (under 40g/m2) worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 195 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply light printing paper (under 40g/m2) to the United Arab Emirates?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by China (19%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 710% on the year.
What is the average import price of light printing paper (under 40g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $1.72 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light printing paper (under 40g/m2) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $980 thousand in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 108%. The peak was 2023 at $2.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export light printing paper (under 40g/m2)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $257 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Kenya and Zimbabwe. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for light printing paper (under 40g/m2)?
The HS code for light printing paper (under 40g/m2) is subheading 4802.54. 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 4802 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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- Heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2)
- Mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets)
- All United Arab Emirates trade data
- HS 4802 codes
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