Printed matter (other types) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported printed matter (other types) worth $31.5 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 79% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $189.3 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 | $31.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $151.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $97.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $189.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $54.4M | 826 t |
| 2019 | $64.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $58.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $40.7M | 1.4K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports printed matter (other types) from
Most of the value came from Kenya (40%), China (8%), United States (8%). Among the main suppliers, Lithuania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $12.6M | 40% |
| China | $2.5M | 7.8% |
| United States | $2.4M | 7.5% |
| France | $2.4M | 7.5% |
| Lithuania | $2.2M | 7% |
| Czech Republic | $1.2M | 3.9% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 3.7% |
| Germany | $747K | 2.4% |
| Austria | $737K | 2.3% |
| Latvia | $721K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.02 per kg, 62% above the world average of $12.97. 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.
Printed matter (other types) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $10.7 million of printed matter (other types) in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (37%), Mauritania (6%), Myanmar (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Niger grew fastest (+137% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $4.0M | 38% |
| Mauritania | $642K | 6% |
| Myanmar | $640K | 6% |
| Egypt | $592K | 5.5% |
| Niger | $558K | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $516K | 4.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $407K | 3.8% |
| Mauritius | $277K | 2.6% |
| Pakistan | $257K | 2.4% |
| Maldives | $191K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates printed matter (other types) imports (HS 4911.99): 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 4911.99: Printed matter: n.e.c. in heading no. 4911.
Common questions
What is the value of printed matter (other types) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported printed matter (other types) worth $31.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 79% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed matter (other types) to the United Arab Emirates?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($12.6 million), followed by China (8%) and the United States (8%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. Kenya grew fastest among the top ten, up 106% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed matter (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.02 per kg in 2024, 62% above the world average of $12.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of printed matter (other types) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $40.7 million in 2017 to $31.5 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2021 at $189.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $86.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export printed matter (other types)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $10.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Mauritania and Myanmar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $20.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed matter (other types)?
The HS code for printed matter (other types) is subheading 4911.99. It sits in HS chapter 49 (printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4911 page.
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