Uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $14.3 million of uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) in 2024 (25.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 34% 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 | $14.3M | 25.5K t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 17.2K t |
| 2022 | $12.4M | 18.6K t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 19.2K t |
| 2020 | $12.0M | 18.9K t |
| 2019 | $12.6M | 20.7K t |
| 2018 | $10.9M | 14.8K t |
| 2017 | $13.5M | 23.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) from
The largest suppliers were China (29%), Malaysia (18%), India (17%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+378% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.2M | 29% |
| Malaysia | $2.6M | 18% |
| India | $2.4M | 17% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 10% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 8.2% |
| Finland | $708K | 5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $600K | 4.2% |
| Turkey | $441K | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $168K | 1.2% |
| Sweden | $161K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.56 per kg, close to the world average of $0.69.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) by the United Arab Emirates reached $3.9 million in 2024 (7.6 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United States (28%), Saudi Arabia (23%), United Kingdom (17%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+470% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.1M | 28% |
| Saudi Arabia | $900K | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $670K | 17% |
| South Africa | $427K | 11% |
| Kuwait | $334K | 8.5% |
| Ecuador | $314K | 8% |
| India | $56K | 1.4% |
| El Salvador | $35K | 0.9% |
| Qatar | $34K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $27K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) imports (HS 4805.93): 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 4805.93: Paper and paperboard: uncoated, weight 225/m2 or more, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805.
Common questions
What is the value of uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) worth $14.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 187 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Malaysia (18%) and India (17%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 378% on the year.
What is the average import price of uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.56 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $0.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.5 million in 2017 to $14.3 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.2 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $10.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+)?
The HS code for uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) is subheading 4805.93. 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 4805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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