Fibreboard (medium density, other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported fibreboard (medium density, other) worth $2.0 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 71% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $21.8 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 | $2.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $21.8M | 29.4K t |
| 2020 | $12.1M | 18.2K t |
| 2019 | $7.0M | 9.7K t |
| 2018 | $9.0M | 14.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.3M | 4.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports fibreboard (medium density, other) from
Most of the value came from Estonia (49%), France (16%), Malaysia (13%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Estonia | $1.0M | 49% |
| France | $317K | 16% |
| Malaysia | $262K | 13% |
| China | $83K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $83K | 4.1% |
| Turkey | $74K | 3.6% |
| Poland | $65K | 3.2% |
| India | $44K | 2.2% |
| Ireland | $33K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $31K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.55 per kg, 204% above the world average of $0.51. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fibreboard (medium density, other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of fibreboard (medium density, other) by the United Kingdom reached $2.0 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Ireland accounted for 95% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.9M | 95% |
| Canada | $16K | 0.8% |
| United States | $15K | 0.7% |
| Australia | $14K | 0.7% |
| Sweden | $14K | 0.7% |
| Albania | $10K | 0.5% |
| Greece | $8K | 0.4% |
| Kuwait | $7K | 0.3% |
| Gibraltar | $6K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $4K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fibreboard (medium density, other) imports (HS 4411.93): 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 4411.93: Fibreboard (other than MDF) of a density exceeding 0.5g/cm3 but not 0.8g/cm3, of wood or other ligneous materials, bonded or not with resins or other organic substances.
Common questions
What is the value of fibreboard (medium density, other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported fibreboard (medium density, other) worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 159 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 71% on 2023.
Which countries supply fibreboard (medium density, other) to the United Kingdom?
Estonia was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by France (16%) and Malaysia (13%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 622% on the year.
What is the average import price of fibreboard (medium density, other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.55 per kg in 2024, 204% above the world average of $0.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fibreboard (medium density, other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.3 million in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, a fall of 53%. The peak was 2021 at $21.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export fibreboard (medium density, other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Canada and the United States. That compares with imports of $2.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for fibreboard (medium density, other)?
The HS code for fibreboard (medium density, other) is subheading 4411.93. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4411 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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