Notebooks, diaries and notepads trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in notebooks, diaries and notepads was worth $3.12 billion in 2024, about 752.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 20% since 2017, and up 6% 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 | $3.12B | 752.6K t |
| 2023 | $2.94B | 625.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.86B | 631.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.43B | 530.6K t |
| 2020 | $2.25B | 534.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.85B | 677.9K t |
| 2018 | $2.81B | 676.7K t |
| 2017 | $2.61B | 644.7K t |
Top notebooks, diaries and notepads exporting countries
Exports are led by China (55%), Vietnam (7%) and India (5%). 195 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 67%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.71B | 55% |
| Vietnam | $233.2M | 7.5% |
| India | $143.7M | 4.6% |
| Germany | $129.7M | 4.2% |
| United States | $117.8M | 3.8% |
| Poland | $89.8M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $72.4M | 2.3% |
| France | $64.9M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $62.3M | 2% |
| Indonesia | $37.3M | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $33.4M | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $32.8M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 23% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 35% across 221 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $704.2M | 23% |
| United Kingdom | $193.6M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $191.9M | 6.2% |
| France | $123.7M | 4% |
| Netherlands | $105.5M | 3.4% |
| Canada | $104.1M | 3.3% |
| Iraq | $99.5M | 3.2% |
| Mexico | $84.1M | 2.7% |
| Australia | $82.8M | 2.7% |
| Poland | $75.4M | 2.4% |
| Italy | $69.6M | 2.2% |
| Spain | $65.5M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.14 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $8.95 per kg and India $3.36 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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The shipment records behind Notebooks, diaries and notepads (HS 4820.10) 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 4820.10: Paper and paperboard: registers, account books, note books, order books, receipt books, letter pads, memorandum pads, diaries and similar articles. HS 4820 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most notebooks, diaries and notepads?
China exported $1.71 billion in 2024, 55% of the world total, followed by Vietnam (7%) and India (5%). In all, 195 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most notebooks, diaries and notepads?
The United States imported $704.2 million in 2024, 23% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom (6%) and Germany (6%). The top three importers together take 35%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in notebooks, diaries and notepads?
It was worth $3.12 billion in 2024, about 752.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 20% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 195 countries reported exports and 221 reported imports.
What is the average price of notebooks, diaries and notepads per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.14 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $8.95 per kg and India $3.36 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 notebooks, diaries and notepads?
The HS code for notebooks, diaries and notepads is subheading 4820.10, 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 4820 page.
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