Filter paper articles (molded/pressed) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in filter paper articles (molded/pressed) was worth $1.04 billion in 2024, about 174.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 7% since 2017, and up 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 | $1.04B | 174.3K t |
| 2023 | $1.03B | 168.8K t |
| 2022 | $1.12B | 193.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.06B | 183.5K t |
| 2020 | $939.7M | 234.7K t |
| 2019 | $953.3M | 248.2K t |
| 2018 | $918.1M | 184.5K t |
| 2017 | $973.0M | 206.4K t |
Top filter paper articles (molded/pressed) exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 19% of world exports, followed by China and Italy. The top three supply 52% between them, out of 137 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $200.0M | 19% |
| China | $180.9M | 18% |
| Italy | $160.1M | 16% |
| United States | $133.7M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $82.1M | 7.9% |
| Japan | $36.5M | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $32.9M | 3.2% |
| Spain | $27.0M | 2.6% |
| France | $24.1M | 2.3% |
| Poland | $15.3M | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $13.3M | 1.3% |
| Sweden | $13.2M | 1.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 10% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Canada. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 20% across 212 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $99.0M | 9.6% |
| Germany | $58.8M | 5.7% |
| Canada | $53.1M | 5.1% |
| India | $52.3M | 5% |
| France | $48.8M | 4.7% |
| Poland | $42.8M | 4.1% |
| Mexico | $37.5M | 3.6% |
| Russia | $34.6M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $34.0M | 3.3% |
| Czech Republic | $30.0M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $29.8M | 2.9% |
| Sweden | $25.9M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.95 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $11.84 per kg and China $3.98 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.
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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 4823.20: Paper and paperboard: filter paper and paperboard. HS 4823 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most filter paper articles (molded/pressed)?
Germany exported $200.0 million in 2024, 19% of the world total, followed by China (17%) and Italy (15%). In all, 137 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most filter paper articles (molded/pressed)?
The United States imported $99.0 million in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of Germany (6%) and Canada (5%). The top three importers together take 20%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in filter paper articles (molded/pressed)?
It was worth $1.04 billion in 2024, about 174.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 7% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.12 billion. 137 countries reported exports and 212 reported imports.
What is the average price of filter paper articles (molded/pressed) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.95 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $11.84 per kg and China $3.98 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 filter paper articles (molded/pressed)?
The HS code for filter paper articles (molded/pressed) is subheading 4823.20, 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 4823 page.
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