Sample and collection albums trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in sample and collection albums was worth $201.4 million in 2024, about 31.0 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 2% since 2017, and up 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 | $201.4M | 31.0K t |
| 2023 | $200.6M | 29.2K t |
| 2022 | $183.2M | 28.0K t |
| 2021 | $190.5M | 29.5K t |
| 2020 | $177.6M | 28.8K t |
| 2019 | $204.5M | 34.3K t |
| 2018 | $214.1M | 33.5K t |
| 2017 | $204.7M | 36.6K t |
Top sample and collection albums exporting countries
Exports are led by China (43%), Germany (8%) and Italy (8%). 149 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 58%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $86.0M | 43% |
| Germany | $15.9M | 7.9% |
| Italy | $15.1M | 7.5% |
| France | $10.7M | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $7.5M | 3.7% |
| Tunisia | $6.1M | 3% |
| Czech Republic | $6.0M | 3% |
| Portugal | $5.8M | 2.9% |
| Poland | $5.2M | 2.6% |
| United States | $5.0M | 2.5% |
| Spain | $4.6M | 2.3% |
| Belgium | $3.3M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 14% of world imports, ahead of the United States and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 30% across 192 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $28.7M | 14% |
| United States | $15.6M | 7.7% |
| France | $15.3M | 7.6% |
| Netherlands | $12.3M | 6.1% |
| United Kingdom | $11.2M | 5.6% |
| Poland | $6.9M | 3.4% |
| Canada | $6.6M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $6.5M | 3.2% |
| Australia | $6.3M | 3.1% |
| Malaysia | $5.7M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $4.9M | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $4.8M | 2.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.50 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Portugal averaged $27.69 per kg and China $4.78 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 Sample and collection albums (HS 4820.50) 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 4820.50: Paper and paperboard: albums for samples or for collections. HS 4820 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most sample and collection albums?
China exported $86.0 million in 2024, 43% of the world total, followed by Germany (8%) and Italy (8%). In all, 149 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most sample and collection albums?
Germany imported $28.7 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of the United States (8%) and France (8%). The top three importers together take 30%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in sample and collection albums?
It was worth $201.4 million in 2024, about 31.0 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 2% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $214.1 million. 149 countries reported exports and 192 reported imports.
What is the average price of sample and collection albums per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.50 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Portugal averaged $27.69 per kg and China $4.78 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for sample and collection albums?
The HS code for sample and collection albums is subheading 4820.50, 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.
How can I find sample and collection albums buyers and suppliers?
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