Tracing paper trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in tracing paper was worth $52.0 million in 2024, about 14.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 9% since 2017, and up 7% 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 | $52.0M | 14.2K t |
| 2023 | $48.5M | 13.9K t |
| 2022 | $43.4M | 12.7K t |
| 2021 | $44.4M | 14.6K t |
| 2020 | $39.3M | 12.7K t |
| 2019 | $45.8M | 15.3K t |
| 2018 | $49.3M | 17.0K t |
| 2017 | $47.6M | 16.6K t |
Top tracing paper exporting countries
Exports are led by China (49%), Germany (17%) and the Netherlands (9%). 81 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 74%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $25.2M | 49% |
| Germany | $8.8M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $4.6M | 8.9% |
| Spain | $2.4M | 4.6% |
| France | $1.9M | 3.7% |
| Portugal | $1.9M | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $1.7M | 3.2% |
| United States | $1.1M | 2.1% |
| Italy | $867K | 1.7% |
| Mexico | $328K | 0.6% |
| Malaysia | $298K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $277K | 0.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Spain is the biggest buyer with 13% of world imports, ahead of the United States and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 33% across 180 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $6.8M | 13% |
| United States | $5.3M | 10% |
| France | $4.9M | 9.4% |
| South Korea | $3.0M | 5.7% |
| India | $2.9M | 5.5% |
| Thailand | $2.8M | 5.3% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 4.3% |
| Portugal | $1.6M | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 2.2% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 2% |
| Vietnam | $897K | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $3.67 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $5.73 per kg and Turkey $2.08 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 Tracing paper (HS 4806.30) 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 4806.30: Paper: tracing papers, in rolls or sheets. HS 4806 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most tracing paper?
China exported $25.2 million in 2024, 49% of the world total, followed by Germany (17%) and the Netherlands (9%). In all, 81 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most tracing paper?
Spain imported $6.8 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of the United States (10%) and France (9%). The top three importers together take 33%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in tracing paper?
It was worth $52.0 million in 2024, about 14.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 9% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 81 countries reported exports and 180 reported imports.
What is the average price of tracing paper per kg?
The world average declared value was about $3.67 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $5.73 per kg and Turkey $2.08 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for tracing paper?
The HS code for tracing paper is subheading 4806.30, 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 4806 page.
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