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Saudi Arabia: Market for Coated Printing and Writing Papers 2025

Market Size for Coated Printing and Writing Papers in Saudi Arabia

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Saudi market for coated printing and writing papers, when its value increased by 32% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a perceptible shrinkage. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Coated Printing and Writing Papers

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2021, shipments abroad of coated printing and writing papers decreased by -68.3% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, exports showed a sharp descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 121%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, coated printing and writing paper exports fell notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports faced a precipitous contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 97% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Iraq (X tons), Jordan (X tons) and Lebanon (X tons) were the main destinations of coated printing and writing paper exports from Saudi Arabia, together accounting for 75% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Lebanon (with a CAGR of +364.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Iraq ($X), Jordan ($X) and Egypt ($X) were the largest markets for coated printing and writing paper exported from Saudi Arabia worldwide, with a combined 67% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Lebanon, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Pakistan, Oman and Sudan, which together accounted for a further 31%.

Lebanon, with a CAGR of +422.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average export price for coated printing and writing papers amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 40% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.8%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Jordan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (+22.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Coated Printing and Writing Papers

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2021, approx. X tons of coated printing and writing papers were imported into Saudi Arabia; increasing by 14% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced curtailment. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, coated printing and writing paper imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), China (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of coated printing and writing paper imports to Saudi Arabia, with a combined 58% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +131.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest coated printing and writing paper suppliers to Saudi Arabia were China ($X), the United Arab Emirates ($X) and Indonesia ($X), together accounting for 60% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, the United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +82.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for coated printing and writing papers stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a mild curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+3.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for coated printing and writing papers in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of coated printing and writing paper consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and Japan, with a combined 42% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of coated printing and writing papers in the world?

China remains the largest coated printing and writing paper producing country worldwide, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, coated printing and writing paper production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of coated printing and writing papers to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of coated printing and writing paper to Saudi Arabia, comprising 25% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Finland, with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by Indonesia, with an 11% share.

What are the leading importers of coated printing and writing papers from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the largest markets for coated printing and writing paper exported from Saudi Arabia were Egypt, Jordan and Sudan, together comprising 54% of total exports. Yemen, Iraq, Bahrain, Turkey and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.

What is the average export price for coated printing and writing papers in Saudi Arabia?

The average export price for coated printing and writing papers stood at $650 per ton in 2020, dropping by -14.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for coated printing and writing papers in Saudi Arabia?

The average import price for coated printing and writing papers stood at $817 per ton in 2020, reducing by -18.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for coated printing and writing paper in Saudi Arabia. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 1616 - Printing and writing papers, coated

Country coverage:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024