Light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) worth $11.3 million (14.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 22% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $33.4 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 | $11.3M | 14.4K t |
| 2023 | $14.6M | 19.4K t |
| 2022 | $15.8M | 16.0K t |
| 2021 | $33.4M | 27.4K t |
| 2020 | $11.0M | 17.7K t |
| 2019 | $10.5M | 17.7K t |
| 2018 | $15.8M | 22.8K t |
| 2017 | $9.3M | 15.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) from
India alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+608% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.8M | 52% |
| Bulgaria | $980K | 8.7% |
| Malaysia | $647K | 5.7% |
| Germany | $584K | 5.2% |
| Sweden | $461K | 4.1% |
| Spain | $441K | 3.9% |
| Poland | $368K | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $341K | 3% |
| Finland | $318K | 2.8% |
| Brazil | $291K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.79 per kg, 24% below the world average of $1.04, 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 unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) by the United Arab Emirates reached $748 thousand in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (32%), Kenya (32%), Spain (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $240K | 32% |
| Kenya | $237K | 32% |
| Spain | $107K | 14% |
| India | $88K | 12% |
| Greece | $50K | 6.7% |
| Lebanon | $25K | 3.4% |
| Seychelles | $0K | 0% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imports (HS 4804.31): 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 4804.31: Kraft paper and paperboard: uncoated, unbleached, 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 unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) worth $11.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 195 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by Bulgaria (9%) and Malaysia (6%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 608% on the year.
What is the average import price of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.79 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $1.04 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 unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.3 million in 2017 to $11.3 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2021 at $33.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $748 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kenya and Spain. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $10.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2)?
The HS code for light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) is subheading 4804.31. 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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