Stationery sets and writing compendiums exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported stationery sets and writing compendiums worth $2.7 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 44% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $9.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $9.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $859K | 1.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports stationery sets and writing compendiums to
One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.1M | 78% |
| Kuwait | $362K | 13% |
| Kenya | $79K | 2.9% |
| Maldives | $30K | 1.1% |
| Bahrain | $29K | 1% |
| Australia | $14K | 0.5% |
| Seychelles | $9K | 0.3% |
| Tanzania | $8K | 0.3% |
| Sri Lanka | $8K | 0.3% |
| Egypt | $7K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.38 per kg, 67% below the world average of $4.17, 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.
Stationery sets and writing compendiums imports to the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported stationery sets and writing compendiums worth $2.1 million (304 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+302% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.1M | 53% |
| India | $570K | 27% |
| United Kingdom | $114K | 5.4% |
| Switzerland | $92K | 4.4% |
| Italy | $56K | 2.7% |
| Turkey | $39K | 1.9% |
| France | $24K | 1.1% |
| United States | $21K | 1% |
| Malaysia | $19K | 0.9% |
| Kuwait | $12K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates stationery sets and writing compendiums exports (HS 4817.30): 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 4817.30: Paper and paperboard: boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums containing an assortment of paper stationery.
Common questions
What is the value of stationery sets and writing compendiums exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported stationery sets and writing compendiums worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 139 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries buy stationery sets and writing compendiums from the United Arab Emirates?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 78% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Kuwait (13%) and Kenya (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 51 buyer countries in total. Bahrain grew fastest among the top ten, up 249% on the year.
What is the average export price of stationery sets and writing compendiums per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.38 per kg in 2024, 67% below the world average of $4.17 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of stationery sets and writing compendiums from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $859 thousand in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 220%. The peak was 2021 at $9.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import stationery sets and writing compendiums?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and the United Kingdom. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $646 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for stationery sets and writing compendiums?
The HS code for stationery sets and writing compendiums is subheading 4817.30. 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 4817 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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