Self-adhesive paper imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of self-adhesive paper by the United Arab Emirates reached $66.1 million in 2024 (31.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 34% more than in 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 | $66.1M | 31.8K t |
| 2023 | $49.2M | 20.0K t |
| 2022 | $56.2M | 21.7K t |
| 2021 | $64.6M | 22.7K t |
| 2020 | $37.7M | 16.9K t |
| 2019 | $42.7M | 17.5K t |
| 2018 | $40.2M | 15.5K t |
| 2017 | $39.7M | 16.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports self-adhesive paper from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $40.6M | 61% |
| India | $11.9M | 18% |
| Greece | $2.4M | 3.6% |
| Thailand | $2.2M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 2.3% |
| Taiwan | $1.5M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 2.1% |
| United States | $887K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $723K | 1.1% |
| Japan | $578K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.08 per kg, 29% below the world average of $2.94, 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.
Self-adhesive paper exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported self-adhesive paper worth $11.6 million (5.0 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (41%), Kuwait (20%), Egypt (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+445% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates self-adhesive paper imports (HS 4811.41): 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 4811.41: Paper and paperboard: self-adhesive, in rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Common questions
What is the value of self-adhesive paper imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported self-adhesive paper worth $66.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 31.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 217 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply self-adhesive paper to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($40.6 million), followed by India (18%) and Greece (4%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 323% on the year.
What is the average import price of self-adhesive paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.08 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $2.94 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of self-adhesive paper to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.7 million in 2017 to $66.1 million in 2024, an increase of 67%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $49.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export self-adhesive paper?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $11.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Egypt. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $54.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-adhesive paper?
The HS code for self-adhesive paper is subheading 4811.41. 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 4811 page.
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