Paper processing machinery (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paper processing machinery (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $13.2 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 23% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $23.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $20.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $16.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $10.2M | 744 t |
| 2019 | $23.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $20.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $7.2M | 381 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports paper processing machinery (other) from
Most of the value came from China (46%), Italy (30%), India (5%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+159% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.0M | 46% |
| Italy | $3.9M | 30% |
| India | $694K | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $544K | 4.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $419K | 3.2% |
| France | $409K | 3.1% |
| Switzerland | $378K | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $257K | 2% |
| Taiwan | $220K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $152K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.42 per kg, 37% below the world average of $16.53, 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 processing machinery (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported paper processing machinery (other) worth $2.8 million (152 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 87% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $2.4M | 88% |
| Angola | $219K | 7.9% |
| Pakistan | $59K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $18K | 0.7% |
| Nigeria | $16K | 0.6% |
| Mozambique | $12K | 0.4% |
| Uganda | $8K | 0.3% |
| Seychelles | $8K | 0.3% |
| Australia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates paper processing machinery (other) imports (HS 8441.80): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 8441.80: Machinery: n.e.c. in heading no. 8441, for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of paper processing machinery (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported paper processing machinery (other) worth $13.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 190 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper processing machinery (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by Italy (30%) and India (5%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 159% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper processing machinery (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.42 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $16.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paper processing machinery (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.2 million in 2017 to $13.2 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. The peak was 2019 at $23.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export paper processing machinery (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Angola and Pakistan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $10.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper processing machinery (other)?
The HS code for paper processing machinery (other) is subheading 8441.80. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX rebuilds the United Arab Emirates trade from the customs records of its trading partners, so the companies shipping to and from it are visible. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
World paper processing machinery (other) trade: top importers and exporters
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.