Kraft and corrugated cardboard waste trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in kraft and corrugated cardboard waste was worth $4.73 billion in 2024, about 25.73 million tonnes. That is a fall of 11% since 2017, and up 18% 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 | $4.73B | 25.73M t |
| 2023 | $4.03B | 25.58M t |
| 2022 | $5.06B | 23.82M t |
| 2021 | $5.49B | 24.24M t |
| 2020 | $3.31B | 23.59M t |
| 2019 | $3.37B | 23.75M t |
| 2018 | $4.99B | 27.62M t |
| 2017 | $5.30B | 28.06M t |
Top kraft and corrugated cardboard waste exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 35% of world exports, followed by the United Kingdom and Japan. The top three supply 49% between them, out of 142 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.66B | 35% |
| United Kingdom | $440.3M | 9.3% |
| Japan | $230.1M | 4.9% |
| France | $202.4M | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $176.4M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $173.6M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $148.9M | 3.2% |
| Austria | $120.7M | 2.6% |
| Australia | $119.0M | 2.5% |
| Poland | $116.9M | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $110.1M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $100.1M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Vietnam is the biggest buyer with 14% of world imports, ahead of Malaysia and India. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 38% across 150 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $650.4M | 14% |
| Malaysia | $628.8M | 13% |
| India | $499.6M | 11% |
| Thailand | $420.7M | 8.9% |
| Indonesia | $328.8M | 7% |
| Germany | $294.6M | 6.2% |
| Taiwan | $194.5M | 4.1% |
| Turkey | $189.7M | 4% |
| Mexico | $164.0M | 3.5% |
| China | $158.7M | 3.4% |
| Italy | $150.2M | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $142.8M | 3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.18 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Austria averaged $0.41 per kg and the Netherlands $0.15 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 4707.10: Paper or paperboard: waste and scrap, of unbleached kraft paper or paperboard or corrugated paper or paperboard. HS 4707 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most kraft and corrugated cardboard waste?
The United States exported $1.66 billion in 2024, 35% of the world total, followed by the United Kingdom (9%) and Japan (5%). In all, 142 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most kraft and corrugated cardboard waste?
Vietnam imported $650.4 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of Malaysia (13%) and India (11%). The top three importers together take 38%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in kraft and corrugated cardboard waste?
It was worth $4.73 billion in 2024, about 25.73 million tonnes. That is a fall of 11% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $5.49 billion. 142 countries reported exports and 150 reported imports.
What is the average price of kraft and corrugated cardboard waste per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.18 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Austria averaged $0.41 per kg and the Netherlands $0.15 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 kraft and corrugated cardboard waste?
The HS code for kraft and corrugated cardboard waste is subheading 4707.10, in chapter 47 (pulp of wood or other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) 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 4707 page.
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