Notebooks, diaries and notepads imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $33.7 million of notebooks, diaries and notepads in 2024 (9.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 9% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $33.7M | 9.2K t |
| 2023 | $30.9M | 9.7K t |
| 2022 | $36.8M | 8.1K t |
| 2021 | $15.7M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $14.3M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $24.4M | 7.9K t |
| 2018 | $29.5M | 7.3K t |
| 2017 | $29.2M | 7.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports notebooks, diaries and notepads from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $22.3M | 66% |
| India | $2.2M | 6.5% |
| Australia | $1.3M | 3.7% |
| Indonesia | $1.2M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $940K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $883K | 2.6% |
| United States | $832K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $696K | 2.1% |
| Malaysia | $693K | 2.1% |
| Kuwait | $626K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.65 per kg, close to the world average of $4.14.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Notebooks, diaries and notepads exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $1.8 million of notebooks, diaries and notepads in 2024 (615 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (20%), Seychelles (12%), United States (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Azerbaijan grew fastest (+310% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $359K | 20% |
| Seychelles | $226K | 12% |
| United States | $163K | 8.9% |
| Bahrain | $144K | 7.8% |
| Uganda | $121K | 6.6% |
| Kenya | $85K | 4.6% |
| Azerbaijan | $81K | 4.4% |
| Qatar | $65K | 3.5% |
| Kuwait | $54K | 2.9% |
| Pakistan | $53K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates notebooks, diaries and notepads imports (HS 4820.10): 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 4820.10: Paper and paperboard: registers, account books, note books, order books, receipt books, letter pads, memorandum pads, diaries and similar articles.
Common questions
What is the value of notebooks, diaries and notepads imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported notebooks, diaries and notepads worth $33.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply notebooks, diaries and notepads to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($22.3 million), followed by India (6%) and Australia (4%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 143% on the year.
What is the average import price of notebooks, diaries and notepads per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.65 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $4.14 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of notebooks, diaries and notepads to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.2 million in 2017 to $33.7 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $36.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.8 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export notebooks, diaries and notepads?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the Seychelles and the United States. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $31.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for notebooks, diaries and notepads?
The HS code for notebooks, diaries and notepads is subheading 4820.10. 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 4820 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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