Gummed and adhesive paper exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported gummed and adhesive paper worth $30.6 million (4.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 127 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30.6M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $30.0M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $29.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $27.6M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $28.8M | 6.0K t |
| 2019 | $28.6M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $30.3M | 6.0K t |
| 2017 | $26.6M | 5.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports gummed and adhesive paper to
Most of it went to France (21%), Malaysia (8%), Brazil (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $6.5M | 21% |
| Malaysia | $2.5M | 8.1% |
| Brazil | $2.2M | 7.2% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 5.5% |
| Ireland | $1.4M | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 4.5% |
| United States | $1.3M | 4.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 4.2% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 3.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.37 per kg, 81% above the world average of $3.52. 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.
Gummed and adhesive paper imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of gummed and adhesive paper by the United Kingdom reached $29.2 million in 2024 (5.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 198 countries. The largest suppliers were Germany (18%), Italy (17%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+682% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.1M | 18% |
| Italy | $4.9M | 17% |
| China | $4.7M | 16% |
| France | $3.2M | 11% |
| United States | $2.7M | 9.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.6M | 8.8% |
| India | $1.6M | 5.6% |
| Spain | $886K | 3% |
| Poland | $829K | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $703K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom gummed and adhesive paper exports (HS 4811.49): 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 4811.49: Paper and paperboard: gummed or adhesive paper and paperboard (excluding self-adhesive), in rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Common questions
What is the value of gummed and adhesive paper exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported gummed and adhesive paper worth $30.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 127 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy gummed and adhesive paper from the United Kingdom?
France was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($6.5 million), followed by Malaysia (8%) and Brazil (7%). The top three together account for 36%, out of 97 buyer countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average export price of gummed and adhesive paper per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.37 per kg in 2024, 81% above the world average of $3.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of gummed and adhesive paper from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $26.6 million in 2017 to $30.6 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $28.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import gummed and adhesive paper?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $29.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Italy and China. That compares with exports of $30.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for gummed and adhesive paper?
The HS code for gummed and adhesive paper is subheading 4811.49. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4811 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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