Handmade paper exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of handmade paper by the United Kingdom reached $3.9 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 119 countries. Value fell 34% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $7.7 million.
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 | $3.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $5.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 298 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $7.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 944 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports handmade paper to
Most of it went to Ireland (26%), United States (17%), Germany (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.0M | 26% |
| United States | $650K | 17% |
| Germany | $408K | 11% |
| France | $337K | 8.7% |
| Spain | $210K | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $189K | 4.9% |
| Malaysia | $183K | 4.7% |
| Sierra Leone | $123K | 3.2% |
| Japan | $55K | 1.4% |
| Lithuania | $54K | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.79 per kg, 73% above the world average of $2.19. 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.
Handmade paper imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of handmade paper by the United Kingdom reached $3.5 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 198 countries. Most of the value came from India (28%), China (18%), France (12%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $985K | 28% |
| China | $631K | 18% |
| France | $427K | 12% |
| Sweden | $184K | 5.2% |
| Turkey | $163K | 4.6% |
| United States | $149K | 4.2% |
| Spain | $132K | 3.7% |
| Nepal | $124K | 3.5% |
| Poland | $88K | 2.5% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $85K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom handmade paper exports (HS 4802.10): 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 4802.10: Hand-made paper or paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of handmade paper exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported handmade paper worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 119 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries buy handmade paper from the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by the United States (17%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 81 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 680% on the year.
What is the average export price of handmade paper per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.79 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $2.19 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of handmade paper from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. The peak was 2018 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import handmade paper?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, China and France. That compares with exports of $3.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for handmade paper?
The HS code for handmade paper is subheading 4802.10. 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 4802 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
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