Mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) worth $2.5 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 18% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 72% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 4.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $918K | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $184K | 164 t |
| 2017 | $58K | 93 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) to
The largest buyer markets were Pakistan (41%), Saudi Arabia (39%), Egypt (17%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $1.0M | 41% |
| Saudi Arabia | $998K | 39% |
| Egypt | $421K | 17% |
| Malawi | $34K | 1.3% |
| Qatar | $20K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $9K | 0.3% |
| Mozambique | $5K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $2K | 0.1% |
| Senegal | $2K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $1K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.97 per kg, close to the world average of $1.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) imports to the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates imported $2.4 million of mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: India accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.8M | 77% |
| China | $524K | 22% |
| Malaysia | $11K | 0.4% |
| Kuwait | $7K | 0.3% |
| United States | $6K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Lithuania | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) exports (HS 4802.62): 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 4802.62: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, in sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded).
Common questions
What is the value of mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 88 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) from the United Arab Emirates?
Pakistan was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (39%) and Egypt (17%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 19 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.97 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $1.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $58 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $4.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and Malaysia. That compares with exports of $2.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets)?
The HS code for mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) is subheading 4802.62. 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?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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