Coated paper (other types) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in coated paper (other types) was worth $760.2 million in 2024, about 621.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 14% since 2017, and down 1% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $760.2M | 621.2K t |
| 2023 | $766.5M | 554.4K t |
| 2022 | $1.07B | 720.2K t |
| 2021 | $834.5M | 705.2K t |
| 2020 | $682.0M | 666.0K t |
| 2019 | $709.0M | 682.8K t |
| 2018 | $721.6M | 674.8K t |
| 2017 | $666.1M | 653.4K t |
Top coated paper (other types) exporting countries
Exports are led by China (17%), Germany (16%) and India (14%). 116 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 47%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $125.9M | 17% |
| Germany | $124.8M | 16% |
| India | $107.0M | 14% |
| United States | $95.6M | 13% |
| Finland | $27.6M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $27.5M | 3.6% |
| Sweden | $25.8M | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $24.2M | 3.2% |
| Vietnam | $24.1M | 3.2% |
| Japan | $22.0M | 2.9% |
| Spain | $17.3M | 2.3% |
| Taiwan | $13.6M | 1.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (9%), Canada (8%) and India (6%). 198 countries imported it, and the top three take 23% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $69.7M | 9.2% |
| Canada | $58.7M | 7.7% |
| India | $43.7M | 5.8% |
| Poland | $42.7M | 5.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $37.7M | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $31.1M | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $28.2M | 3.7% |
| Mexico | $27.4M | 3.6% |
| Germany | $22.6M | 3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $20.7M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $16.9M | 2.2% |
| France | $15.1M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.22 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $1.73 per kg and South Korea $0.88 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Related product types
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- Multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic)
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The shipment records behind Coated paper (other types) (HS 4810.99) importers and exporters, worldwide: 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 4810.99: Paper and paperboard: coated with inorganic substances only, whether or not surface-coloured, surface-decorated or printed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4810, in rolls or sheets. HS 4810 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most coated paper (other types)?
China exported $125.9 million in 2024, 17% of the world total, followed by Germany (16%) and India (14%). In all, 116 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most coated paper (other types)?
The United States imported $69.7 million in 2024, 9% of world imports, ahead of Canada (8%) and India (6%). The top three importers together take 23%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in coated paper (other types)?
It was worth $760.2 million in 2024, about 621.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 14% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.07 billion. 116 countries reported exports and 198 reported imports.
What is the average price of coated paper (other types) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.22 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $1.73 per kg and South Korea $0.88 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for coated paper (other types)?
The HS code for coated paper (other types) is subheading 4810.99, in chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 4810 page.
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