Paper filter blocks trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in paper filter blocks was worth $252.5 million in 2024, about 35.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 45% since 2017, and down 0% 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 | $252.5M | 35.5K t |
| 2023 | $253.4M | 30.6K t |
| 2022 | $242.1M | 34.8K t |
| 2021 | $227.0M | 32.0K t |
| 2020 | $186.2M | 26.3K t |
| 2019 | $199.8M | 29.4K t |
| 2018 | $189.6M | 29.1K t |
| 2017 | $174.6M | 28.7K t |
Top paper filter blocks exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 36% of world exports, followed by Thailand and Denmark. The top three supply 51% between them, out of 92 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $90.4M | 36% |
| Thailand | $19.5M | 7.7% |
| Denmark | $19.0M | 7.5% |
| Czech Republic | $13.3M | 5.3% |
| Switzerland | $12.8M | 5.1% |
| Sweden | $11.7M | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $11.5M | 4.6% |
| Mexico | $7.6M | 3% |
| Australia | $7.6M | 3% |
| Belgium | $7.4M | 2.9% |
| France | $7.1M | 2.8% |
| Italy | $5.7M | 2.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 9% of world imports, ahead of Germany and China. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 22% across 183 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $23.9M | 9.5% |
| Germany | $16.4M | 6.5% |
| China | $14.5M | 5.7% |
| Italy | $13.2M | 5.2% |
| Austria | $13.2M | 5.2% |
| Spain | $11.9M | 4.7% |
| France | $11.7M | 4.6% |
| Greece | $11.2M | 4.4% |
| Russia | $9.4M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $9.1M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $8.3M | 3.3% |
| Belgium | $8.2M | 3.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $7.11 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Sweden averaged $155.53 per kg and Thailand $5.21 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 4812: Filter blocks, slabs and plates of paper pulp. HS 4812 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most paper filter blocks?
Germany exported $90.4 million in 2024, 36% of the world total, followed by Thailand (8%) and Denmark (8%). In all, 92 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most paper filter blocks?
The United States imported $23.9 million in 2024, 9% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and China (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 paper filter blocks?
It was worth $252.5 million in 2024, about 35.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 45% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $253.4 million. 92 countries reported exports and 183 reported imports.
What is the average price of paper filter blocks per kg?
The world average declared value was about $7.11 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Sweden averaged $155.53 per kg and Thailand $5.21 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 paper filter blocks?
The HS code for paper filter blocks is heading 4812, 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 4812 page.
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