Coated printing paper sheets (light) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in coated printing paper sheets (light) was worth $118.4 million in 2024, about 70.3 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 36% since 2017, and down 7% 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 | $118.4M | 70.3K t |
| 2023 | $127.1M | 68.6K t |
| 2022 | $139.9M | 72.7K t |
| 2021 | $130.1M | 84.2K t |
| 2020 | $117.0M | 74.6K t |
| 2019 | $139.7M | 98.5K t |
| 2018 | $166.6M | 108.9K t |
| 2017 | $184.0M | 147.2K t |
Top coated printing paper sheets (light) exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 21% of world exports, followed by Japan and Germany. The top three supply 43% between them, out of 97 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $25.3M | 21% |
| Japan | $13.5M | 11% |
| Germany | $12.3M | 10% |
| United States | $8.1M | 6.9% |
| Italy | $7.2M | 6.1% |
| South Korea | $5.8M | 4.9% |
| France | $5.8M | 4.9% |
| Indonesia | $5.4M | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $4.4M | 3.7% |
| Thailand | $3.0M | 2.5% |
| Czech Republic | $2.7M | 2.3% |
| Finland | $2.5M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 11% of world imports, ahead of the United States and the Netherlands. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 30% across 177 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $13.2M | 11% |
| United States | $12.4M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $9.9M | 8.3% |
| Canada | $9.0M | 7.6% |
| France | $5.6M | 4.7% |
| Malaysia | $5.5M | 4.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.5M | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $4.0M | 3.4% |
| New Zealand | $3.5M | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $3.2M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $2.7M | 2.3% |
| Czech Republic | $2.6M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.68 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $9.31 per kg and Indonesia $0.92 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
- Coated printing paper (light weight)
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- Coated bleached kraft (heavy, non-graphic)
- Coated kraft (non-graphic, other types)
- Multi-ply coated paper (non-graphic)
- Coated paper (other types)
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The shipment records behind Coated printing paper sheets (light) (HS 4810.14) 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 4810.14: Paper and paperboard: coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sheets, sides 435mm or less by 297mm or less, unfolded,. HS 4810 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most coated printing paper sheets (light)?
China exported $25.3 million in 2024, 21% of the world total, followed by Japan (11%) and Germany (10%). In all, 97 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most coated printing paper sheets (light)?
Germany imported $13.2 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of the United States (10%) and the Netherlands (8%). The top three importers together take 30%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in coated printing paper sheets (light)?
It was worth $118.4 million in 2024, about 70.3 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 36% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $184.0 million. 97 countries reported exports and 177 reported imports.
What is the average price of coated printing paper sheets (light) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.68 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $9.31 per kg and Indonesia $0.92 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for coated printing paper sheets (light)?
The HS code for coated printing paper sheets (light) is subheading 4810.14, 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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