Paper finishing agent imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $6.2 million of paper finishing agent in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 9% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $8.1 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 | $6.2M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $8.1M | 4.8K t |
| 2021 | $6.5M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $3.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $3.9M | 3.5K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports paper finishing agent from
The largest suppliers were India (38%), Italy (21%), United States (19%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+238% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.4M | 38% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 21% |
| United States | $1.2M | 19% |
| Netherlands | $295K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $246K | 4% |
| Germany | $174K | 2.8% |
| China | $157K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $152K | 2.4% |
| Thailand | $81K | 1.3% |
| Austria | $72K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.45 per kg, 39% above the world average of $1.04. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Paper finishing agent exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of paper finishing agent by the United Arab Emirates reached $2.1 million in 2024 (312 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 93% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.9M | 93% |
| Saudi Arabia | $97K | 4.7% |
| Indonesia | $43K | 2.1% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0% |
| Kuwait | $0K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates paper finishing agent imports (HS 3809.92): 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 3809.92: Finishing agents and dye carriers: to accelerate dyeing or fixing of dye-stuffs, other products and preparations, used in the paper industry (excluding those with a basis of amylaceous substances).
Common questions
What is the value of paper finishing agent imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported paper finishing agent worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 160 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper finishing agent to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Italy (21%) and the United States (19%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 749% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper finishing agent per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.45 per kg in 2024, 39% above 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 paper finishing agent to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.9 million in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. The peak was 2022 at $8.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export paper finishing agent?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper finishing agent?
The HS code for paper finishing agent is subheading 3809.92. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3809 page.
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