Unbleached kraft sack paper imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported unbleached kraft sack paper worth $10.8 million (14.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 54% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $33.1 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 | $10.8M | 14.7K t |
| 2023 | $23.5M | 23.3K t |
| 2022 | $31.8M | 24.2K t |
| 2021 | $12.7M | 14.6K t |
| 2020 | $15.2M | 23.5K t |
| 2019 | $19.3M | 20.8K t |
| 2018 | $33.1M | 32.7K t |
| 2017 | $23.9M | 31.0K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports unbleached kraft sack paper from
Most of the value came from Australia (45%), Poland (14%), Bosnia Herzegovina (13%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+396% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $4.8M | 45% |
| Poland | $1.5M | 14% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $1.4M | 13% |
| Brazil | $976K | 9.1% |
| United States | $391K | 3.6% |
| Sweden | $316K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $281K | 2.6% |
| Czech Republic | $203K | 1.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $192K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $102K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.73 per kg, close to the world average of $0.91.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Unbleached kraft sack paper exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $555 thousand of unbleached kraft sack paper in 2024 (581 tonnes). Israel alone took 82% of it.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates unbleached kraft sack paper imports (HS 4804.21): 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 4804.21: Kraft paper and paperboard: sack kraft paper, uncoated, unbleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of unbleached kraft sack paper imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported unbleached kraft sack paper worth $10.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 159 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply unbleached kraft sack paper to the United Arab Emirates?
Australia was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Poland (14%) and Bosnia Herzegovina (13%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 396% on the year.
What is the average import price of unbleached kraft sack paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.73 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $0.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of unbleached kraft sack paper to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.9 million in 2017 to $10.8 million in 2024, a fall of 55%. The peak was 2018 at $33.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export unbleached kraft sack paper?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $555 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, Sri Lanka and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $10.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for unbleached kraft sack paper?
The HS code for unbleached kraft sack paper is subheading 4804.21. 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 4804 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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