Paper cutting machines imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported paper cutting machines worth $15.2 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $27.4 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 | $15.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $15.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $17.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $10.6M | 829 t |
| 2020 | $7.6M | 707 t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 752 t |
| 2018 | $27.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 343 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports paper cutting machines from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+241% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.0M | 59% |
| India | $1.4M | 8.9% |
| Taiwan | $1.1M | 7.3% |
| Germany | $641K | 4.2% |
| Thailand | $572K | 3.8% |
| France | $536K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $414K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $322K | 2.1% |
| Czech Republic | $212K | 1.4% |
| Japan | $205K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.33 per kg, 37% below the world average of $16.43, 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.
Paper cutting machines exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of paper cutting machines by the United Arab Emirates reached $1.2 million in 2024 (130 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (38%), Saudi Arabia (21%), Angola (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $451K | 38% |
| Saudi Arabia | $247K | 21% |
| Angola | $209K | 18% |
| Qatar | $88K | 7.4% |
| Germany | $37K | 3.1% |
| India | $35K | 3% |
| Pakistan | $29K | 2.5% |
| Zambia | $17K | 1.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $17K | 1.4% |
| Seychelles | $16K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates paper cutting machines imports (HS 8441.10): 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 8441.10: Machines: cutting, of all kinds, for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of paper cutting machines imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported paper cutting machines worth $15.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 204 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper cutting machines to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($9.0 million), followed by India (9%) and Taiwan (7%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 241% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper cutting machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.33 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $16.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paper cutting machines to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $15.2 million in 2024, an increase of 168%. The peak was 2018 at $27.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export paper cutting machines?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Angola. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $14.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper cutting machines?
The HS code for paper cutting machines is subheading 8441.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8441 page.
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