Printed paper labels imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed paper labels by the United Arab Emirates reached $13.6 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $18.3 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 | $13.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $18.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $17.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $14.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $12.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $17.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $18.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $12.6M | 1.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports printed paper labels from
Most of the value came from China (22%), India (12%), Sri Lanka (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 44%. Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.9M | 22% |
| India | $1.6M | 12% |
| Sri Lanka | $1.4M | 11% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 10% |
| Hong Kong | $1.3M | 9.6% |
| United States | $682K | 5% |
| Germany | $570K | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $551K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $541K | 4% |
| Lebanon | $369K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.73 per kg, close to the world average of $6.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed paper labels exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of printed paper labels by the United Arab Emirates reached $14.6 million in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (19%), Egypt (14%), Kuwait (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+715% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.8M | 19% |
| Egypt | $2.0M | 14% |
| Kuwait | $1.3M | 9.1% |
| Angola | $1.2M | 7.9% |
| South Africa | $1.1M | 7.5% |
| Bahrain | $971K | 6.7% |
| India | $851K | 5.8% |
| Pakistan | $615K | 4.2% |
| Kenya | $477K | 3.3% |
| Qatar | $475K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates printed paper labels imports (HS 4821.10): 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 4821.10: Paper and paperboard: labels or all kinds, printed.
Common questions
What is the value of printed paper labels imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported printed paper labels worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed paper labels to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by India (12%) and Sri Lanka (10%). The top three together account for 44%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. Sri Lanka grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed paper labels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.73 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $6.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed paper labels to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.6 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2023 at $18.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export printed paper labels?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $14.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Kuwait. That compares with imports of $13.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for printed paper labels?
The HS code for printed paper labels is subheading 4821.10. 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 4821 page.
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