Kraft paper imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Cote d'Ivoire imported $63.7 million of kraft paper in 2024 (77.9 thousand tonnes). That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $94.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $63.7M | 77.9K t |
| 2023 | $57.6M | 56.2K t |
| 2022 | $94.0M | 91.5K t |
| 2021 | $61.9M | 60.8K t |
| 2020 | $57.6M | 80.8K t |
| 2019 | $68.5M | 76.8K t |
| 2018 | $50.4M | 51.3K t |
| 2017 | $34.4M | 50.8K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports kraft paper from
The largest suppliers were Sweden (34%), Germany (23%), United States (16%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+237% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $21.4M | 34% |
| Germany | $14.6M | 23% |
| United States | $10.2M | 16% |
| South Africa | $3.0M | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $2.8M | 4.5% |
| Poland | $2.5M | 3.9% |
| Finland | $1.7M | 2.6% |
| Morocco | $1.6M | 2.5% |
| Brazil | $1.2M | 1.9% |
| Bulgaria | $1.1M | 1.7% |
Product types under HS 4804
| 4804.21 | Unbleached kraft sack paper | 46% |
| 4804.11 | Unbleached kraft linerboard | 35% |
| 4804.29 | Bleached kraft sack paper | 8.6% |
| 4804.19 | Bleached kraft linerboard | 4.8% |
| 4804.31 | Light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) | 3% |
| 4804.39 | Light bleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) | 2.5% |
| 4804.59 | Heavy kraft paper (225g/m2+) | 0.1% |
| 4804.41 | Medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4804.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.82 per kg, close to the world average of $0.81.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Kraft paper exports from Cote d'Ivoire
Exports of kraft paper by Cote d'Ivoire reached $1.7 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were France (49%), Belgium (23%), Spain (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Mali grew fastest (+938% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $819K | 49% |
| Belgium | $381K | 23% |
| Spain | $161K | 9.7% |
| Senegal | $126K | 7.6% |
| Italy | $88K | 5.3% |
| Mali | $50K | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $38K | 2.3% |
| Guinea | $0K | 0% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire kraft paper imports (HS 4804): 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 4804: Uncoated kraft paper and paperboard, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of kraft paper imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported kraft paper worth $63.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 77.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply kraft paper to Cote d'Ivoire?
Sweden was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($21.4 million), followed by Germany (23%) and the United States (16%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 237% on the year.
What is the average import price of kraft paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.82 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.81 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of kraft paper to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.4 million in 2017 to $63.7 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. The peak was 2022 at $94.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $61.0 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export kraft paper?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Belgium and Spain. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net importer of this product, by about $62.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for kraft paper?
The HS code for kraft paper is heading 4804. In Cote d'Ivoire the largest six-digit codes were 4804.21 (46% of the value) and 4804.11 (35%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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