Wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper by the United Arab Emirates reached $11.0 million in 2024 (5.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 199% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% 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 | $11.0M | 5.9K t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $6.1M | 5.9K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 885 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper from
China alone supplied 78% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+286% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.6M | 79% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 13% |
| United States | $481K | 4.4% |
| India | $226K | 2.1% |
| Sweden | $56K | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | $52K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $27K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $26K | 0.2% |
| Turkey | $19K | 0.2% |
| France | $14K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.87 per kg, 36% below the world average of $2.91, 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.
Wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $310 thousand of wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper in 2024 (191 tonnes). Most of it went to Maldives (32%), India (20%), Qatar (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Bahrain grew fastest (+541% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Maldives | $98K | 32% |
| India | $62K | 20% |
| Qatar | $45K | 15% |
| Bahrain | $29K | 9.4% |
| South Africa | $24K | 7.7% |
| Seychelles | $22K | 7% |
| Kuwait | $8K | 2.4% |
| Pakistan | $6K | 2.1% |
| Kenya | $6K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $6K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper imports (HS 4811.60): 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 4811.60: Paper and paperboard: coated or impregnated with wax, paraffin wax, stearin, oil or glycerol, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Common questions
What is the value of wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 192 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 199% on 2023.
Which countries supply wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 78% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by South Korea (13%) and the United States (4%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 627% on the year.
What is the average import price of wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.87 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $2.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024, an increase of 381%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $310 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Maldives, India and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $10.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper?
The HS code for wax-coated and oil-impregnated paper is subheading 4811.60. 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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