Uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) was worth $1.35 billion in 2024, about 1.96 million tonnes. That is an increase of 11% since 2017, and down 6% 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 | $1.35B | 1.96M t |
| 2023 | $1.44B | 1.82M t |
| 2022 | $1.78B | 2.12M t |
| 2021 | $1.61B | 2.29M t |
| 2020 | $1.19B | 2.07M t |
| 2019 | $1.18B | 1.83M t |
| 2018 | $1.24B | 1.84M t |
| 2017 | $1.21B | 1.80M t |
Top uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) exporting countries
Exports are led by Italy (14%), China (13%) and Germany (12%). 100 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 40%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $193.1M | 14% |
| China | $179.3M | 13% |
| Germany | $167.2M | 12% |
| Finland | $153.0M | 11% |
| France | $105.5M | 7.8% |
| Canada | $70.1M | 5.2% |
| United States | $64.7M | 4.8% |
| Sweden | $48.8M | 3.6% |
| Spain | $46.2M | 3.4% |
| Indonesia | $44.9M | 3.3% |
| Malaysia | $37.8M | 2.8% |
| Japan | $22.9M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Germany (8%), the United States (8%) and the Netherlands (6%). 187 countries imported it, and the top three take 22% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $110.9M | 8.2% |
| United States | $107.3M | 7.9% |
| Netherlands | $83.2M | 6.2% |
| Poland | $66.6M | 4.9% |
| Taiwan | $64.3M | 4.8% |
| Spain | $58.0M | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $56.2M | 4.2% |
| China | $51.5M | 3.8% |
| France | $50.4M | 3.7% |
| South Korea | $41.1M | 3% |
| Vietnam | $40.9M | 3% |
| Sweden | $39.3M | 2.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.69 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $1.02 per kg and Italy $0.55 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 4805.93: Paper and paperboard: uncoated, weight 225/m2 or more, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805. HS 4805 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+)?
Italy exported $193.1 million in 2024, 14% of the world total, followed by China (13%) and Germany (12%). In all, 100 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+)?
Germany imported $110.9 million in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of the United States (8%) and the Netherlands (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 uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+)?
It was worth $1.35 billion in 2024, about 1.96 million tonnes. That is an increase of 11% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.78 billion. 100 countries reported exports and 187 reported imports.
What is the average price of uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.69 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $1.02 per kg and Italy $0.55 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 uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+)?
The HS code for uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+) is subheading 4805.93, 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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