Mixed mechanical-chemical pulp trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in mixed mechanical-chemical pulp was worth $205.2 million in 2024, about 187.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 101% since 2017, and down 16% 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 | $205.2M | 187.2K t |
| 2023 | $243.1M | 99.7K t |
| 2022 | $241.0M | 134.1K t |
| 2021 | $241.6M | 165.7K t |
| 2020 | $181.8M | 63.6K t |
| 2019 | $159.2M | 68.7K t |
| 2018 | $153.6M | 63.7K t |
| 2017 | $102.2M | 49.1K t |
Top mixed mechanical-chemical pulp exporting countries
Exports are led by the Philippines (37%), Indonesia (30%) and Sweden (9%). 55 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 76%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $76.4M | 37% |
| Indonesia | $61.9M | 30% |
| Sweden | $17.8M | 8.7% |
| Czech Republic | $6.5M | 3.2% |
| China | $5.9M | 2.9% |
| United States | $5.4M | 2.6% |
| Austria | $4.5M | 2.2% |
| Finland | $3.8M | 1.8% |
| South Africa | $3.7M | 1.8% |
| Germany | $3.5M | 1.7% |
| Kuwait | $3.2M | 1.6% |
| Brazil | $3.0M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Saudi Arabia is the biggest buyer with 43% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom and Germany. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 69% across 85 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $87.8M | 43% |
| United Kingdom | $30.8M | 15% |
| Germany | $22.2M | 11% |
| Japan | $16.1M | 7.9% |
| Austria | $6.6M | 3.2% |
| India | $6.4M | 3.1% |
| Indonesia | $4.8M | 2.4% |
| China | $3.9M | 1.9% |
| France | $3.8M | 1.9% |
| Italy | $3.0M | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $2.6M | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $2.2M | 1.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.10 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Philippines averaged $4.71 per kg and Indonesia $0.65 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 4706.93: Pulp: of fibrous cellulosic material, other than of bamboo or fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard or from cotton linters pulp, obtained by a combination of mechanical and chemical processes. HS 4706 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most mixed mechanical-chemical pulp?
The Philippines exported $76.4 million in 2024, 37% of the world total, followed by Indonesia (30%) and Sweden (9%). In all, 55 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most mixed mechanical-chemical pulp?
Saudi Arabia imported $87.8 million in 2024, 43% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom (15%) and Germany (11%). The top three importers together take 69%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in mixed mechanical-chemical pulp?
It was worth $205.2 million in 2024, about 187.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 101% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $243.1 million. 55 countries reported exports and 85 reported imports.
What is the average price of mixed mechanical-chemical pulp per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.10 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Philippines averaged $4.71 per kg and Indonesia $0.65 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 mixed mechanical-chemical pulp?
The HS code for mixed mechanical-chemical pulp is subheading 4706.93, 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 4706 page.
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