Kraft paper trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in kraft paper was worth $15.36 billion in 2024, about 18.95 million tonnes. That is an increase of 12% since 2017, and up 3% 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 | $15.36B | 18.95M t |
| 2023 | $14.85B | 16.84M t |
| 2022 | $18.23B | 18.31M t |
| 2021 | $15.91B | 18.68M t |
| 2020 | $13.52B | 18.82M t |
| 2019 | $14.24B | 17.70M t |
| 2018 | $15.99B | 18.85M t |
| 2017 | $13.68B | 18.03M t |
Top kraft paper exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (22%), Sweden (16%) and Finland (6%). 157 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 44%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.43B | 22% |
| Sweden | $2.46B | 16% |
| Finland | $924.4M | 6% |
| Austria | $919.4M | 6% |
| Germany | $742.4M | 4.8% |
| Canada | $732.0M | 4.8% |
| Czech Republic | $631.1M | 4.1% |
| Russia | $538.2M | 3.5% |
| France | $442.5M | 2.9% |
| Brazil | $433.1M | 2.8% |
| Poland | $417.8M | 2.7% |
| Australia | $404.4M | 2.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 8% of world imports, ahead of China and Mexico. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 22% across 217 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.25B | 8.1% |
| China | $1.11B | 7.2% |
| Mexico | $975.3M | 6.4% |
| Italy | $936.5M | 6.1% |
| United States | $917.5M | 6% |
| Canada | $656.2M | 4.3% |
| Spain | $554.1M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $542.8M | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $440.5M | 2.9% |
| France | $375.4M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $374.3M | 2.4% |
| Poland | $339.6M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.81 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $1.14 per kg and Russia $0.53 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 4804: Uncoated kraft paper and paperboard, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803. HS 4804 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most kraft paper?
The United States exported $3.43 billion in 2024, 22% of the world total, followed by Sweden (16%) and Finland (6%). In all, 157 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most kraft paper?
Germany imported $1.25 billion in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of China (7%) and Mexico (6%). The top three importers together take 22%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in kraft paper?
It was worth $15.36 billion in 2024, about 18.95 million tonnes. That is an increase of 12% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $18.23 billion. 157 countries reported exports and 217 reported imports.
What is the average price of kraft paper per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.81 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $1.14 per kg and Russia $0.53 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 kraft paper?
The HS code for kraft paper is heading 4804, in chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 4804 page.
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