Semi-chemical fluting paper trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in semi-chemical fluting paper was worth $1.40 billion in 2024, about 2.20 million tonnes. That is an increase of 2% since 2017, and up 11% 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 | $1.40B | 2.20M t |
| 2023 | $1.27B | 1.96M t |
| 2022 | $1.85B | 2.31M t |
| 2021 | $1.53B | 2.27M t |
| 2020 | $1.42B | 2.34M t |
| 2019 | $1.43B | 2.36M t |
| 2018 | $1.58B | 2.45M t |
| 2017 | $1.38B | 2.47M t |
Top semi-chemical fluting paper exporting countries
Exports are led by Finland (19%), the United States (19%) and Sweden (18%). 79 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 55%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $264.5M | 19% |
| United States | $261.9M | 19% |
| Sweden | $245.8M | 18% |
| South Korea | $124.8M | 8.9% |
| Poland | $116.3M | 8.3% |
| Canada | $80.4M | 5.7% |
| Romania | $34.5M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $32.4M | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $29.3M | 2.1% |
| Russia | $27.2M | 1.9% |
| France | $24.5M | 1.8% |
| Indonesia | $20.5M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Mexico is the biggest buyer with 13% of world imports, ahead of China and Spain. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 34% across 146 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $188.7M | 13% |
| China | $177.3M | 13% |
| Spain | $108.2M | 7.7% |
| Italy | $107.1M | 7.6% |
| United States | $94.1M | 6.7% |
| Morocco | $59.3M | 4.2% |
| Philippines | $53.5M | 3.8% |
| Bangladesh | $42.8M | 3% |
| Guatemala | $41.4M | 3% |
| Turkey | $33.8M | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $31.6M | 2.3% |
| France | $29.0M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.64 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Korea averaged $0.77 per kg and Germany $0.57 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.
Related product types
- Fluting paper (other types)
- Light testliner (recycled linerboard, under 150g/m2)
- Heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2)
- Sulfite wrapping paper
- Filter paper and paperboard
- Felt paper and paperboard
- Uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2)
- Uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2)
- Uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+)
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The shipment records behind Semi-chemical fluting paper (HS 4805.11) 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 4805.11: Paper and paperboard: uncoated, semi-chemical fluting paper, rolls or sheets. HS 4805 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most semi-chemical fluting paper?
Finland exported $264.5 million in 2024, 19% of the world total, followed by the United States (19%) and Sweden (18%). In all, 79 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most semi-chemical fluting paper?
Mexico imported $188.7 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of China (13%) and Spain (8%). The top three importers together take 34%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in semi-chemical fluting paper?
It was worth $1.40 billion in 2024, about 2.20 million tonnes. That is an increase of 2% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.85 billion. 79 countries reported exports and 146 reported imports.
What is the average price of semi-chemical fluting paper per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.64 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Korea averaged $0.77 per kg and Germany $0.57 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 semi-chemical fluting paper?
The HS code for semi-chemical fluting paper is subheading 4805.11, 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 4805 page.
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