Printed calendars trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in printed calendars was worth $490.8 million in 2024, about 92.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017, and down 2% 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 | $490.8M | 92.9K t |
| 2023 | $500.8M | 91.1K t |
| 2022 | $526.5M | 95.3K t |
| 2021 | $499.9M | 100.4K t |
| 2020 | $443.8M | 95.7K t |
| 2019 | $484.8M | 109.2K t |
| 2018 | $541.5M | 114.2K t |
| 2017 | $470.8M | 104.2K t |
Top printed calendars exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 38% of world exports, followed by Germany and the Netherlands. The top three supply 56% between them, out of 155 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $187.8M | 38% |
| Germany | $59.5M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $27.3M | 5.6% |
| South Korea | $27.1M | 5.5% |
| Poland | $26.7M | 5.4% |
| Italy | $15.9M | 3.2% |
| Czech Republic | $14.1M | 2.9% |
| Canada | $13.9M | 2.8% |
| United States | $13.0M | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $10.1M | 2.1% |
| Hungary | $7.9M | 1.6% |
| Vietnam | $7.1M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 25% of world imports, ahead of Germany and the United Kingdom. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 43% across 218 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $121.6M | 25% |
| Germany | $64.9M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $26.5M | 5.4% |
| France | $23.9M | 4.9% |
| Austria | $22.9M | 4.7% |
| Canada | $22.3M | 4.5% |
| Switzerland | $17.5M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $16.9M | 3.4% |
| Denmark | $13.7M | 2.8% |
| Poland | $12.9M | 2.6% |
| Australia | $12.3M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $10.2M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.28 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $33.11 per kg and China $3.42 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 4910: Calendars of any kind, printed, including calendar blocks. HS 4910 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most printed calendars?
China exported $187.8 million in 2024, 38% of the world total, followed by Germany (12%) and the Netherlands (6%). In all, 155 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most printed calendars?
The United States imported $121.6 million in 2024, 25% of world imports, ahead of Germany (13%) and the United Kingdom (5%). The top three importers together take 43%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in printed calendars?
It was worth $490.8 million in 2024, about 92.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $541.5 million. 155 countries reported exports and 218 reported imports.
What is the average price of printed calendars per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.28 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $33.11 per kg and China $3.42 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 printed calendars?
The HS code for printed calendars is heading 4910, in chapter 49 (printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 4910 page.
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