Specialty coated paper (other types) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $63.4 million of specialty coated paper (other types) in 2024 (35.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 34% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average.
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 | $63.4M | 35.5K t |
| 2023 | $47.4M | 22.8K t |
| 2022 | $50.0M | 22.2K t |
| 2021 | $34.6M | 19.0K t |
| 2020 | $21.1M | 13.8K t |
| 2019 | $34.6M | 20.1K t |
| 2018 | $30.3M | 16.4K t |
| 2017 | $17.0M | 8.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports specialty coated paper (other types) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+550% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $40.1M | 63% |
| South Korea | $9.3M | 15% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 4.1% |
| Spain | $2.1M | 3.3% |
| India | $2.0M | 3.2% |
| Malaysia | $1.7M | 2.6% |
| France | $1.4M | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $994K | 1.6% |
| Poland | $867K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $515K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.79 per kg, 26% below the world average of $2.41, 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.
Specialty coated paper (other types) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of specialty coated paper (other types) by the United Arab Emirates reached $27.6 million in 2024 (13.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Saudi Arabia alone took 59% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Tunisia grew fastest (+401% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $16.2M | 59% |
| Tunisia | $3.3M | 12% |
| Kuwait | $1.5M | 5.6% |
| Egypt | $1.2M | 4.3% |
| Morocco | $1.2M | 4.3% |
| Lithuania | $1.1M | 3.9% |
| Sri Lanka | $722K | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $601K | 2.2% |
| India | $421K | 1.5% |
| Qatar | $329K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates specialty coated paper (other types) imports (HS 4811.90): 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 4811.90: Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of soft cellulose fibres: coated, impregnated, covered, surface-decorated or surface-coloured, n.e.c. in heading no. 4811, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of specialty coated paper (other types) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported specialty coated paper (other types) worth $63.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialty coated paper (other types) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($40.1 million), followed by South Korea (15%) and Germany (4%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 550% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialty coated paper (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.79 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $2.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of specialty coated paper (other types) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.0 million in 2017 to $63.4 million in 2024, an increase of 273%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $37.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export specialty coated paper (other types)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $27.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Tunisia and Kuwait. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $35.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialty coated paper (other types)?
The HS code for specialty coated paper (other types) is subheading 4811.90. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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