Printed single sheets and leaflets imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed single sheets and leaflets by the United Arab Emirates reached $19.2 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 15% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $19.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $16.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $15.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $11.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $11.6M | 966 t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $13.3M | 954 t |
| 2017 | $17.5M | 1.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports printed single sheets and leaflets from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+665% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $12.4M | 65% |
| Egypt | $2.1M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 5.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $741K | 3.9% |
| Singapore | $418K | 2.2% |
| Japan | $297K | 1.6% |
| Malaysia | $296K | 1.6% |
| United States | $295K | 1.5% |
| France | $248K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $204K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.85 per kg, close to the world average of $8.11.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printed single sheets and leaflets exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of printed single sheets and leaflets by the United Arab Emirates reached $5.6 million in 2024 (704 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (32%), Mozambique (21%), Saudi Arabia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+153% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.8M | 32% |
| Mozambique | $1.2M | 21% |
| Saudi Arabia | $703K | 13% |
| Egypt | $525K | 9.3% |
| Tanzania | $347K | 6.2% |
| Kuwait | $202K | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $200K | 3.5% |
| Bahrain | $128K | 2.3% |
| Pakistan | $112K | 2% |
| Honduras | $62K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates printed single sheets and leaflets imports (HS 4901.10): 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 4901.10: Printed matter: in single sheets, whether or not folded.
Common questions
What is the value of printed single sheets and leaflets imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported printed single sheets and leaflets worth $19.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 221 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed single sheets and leaflets to the United Arab Emirates?
India was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($12.4 million), followed by Egypt (11%) and the United Kingdom (6%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 665% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed single sheets and leaflets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.85 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $8.11 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed single sheets and leaflets to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.5 million in 2017 to $19.2 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export printed single sheets and leaflets?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $5.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Mozambique and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $13.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed single sheets and leaflets?
The HS code for printed single sheets and leaflets is subheading 4901.10. 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 4901 page.
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