Heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) worth $64.6 million (103.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 146 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
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 | $64.6M | 103.2K t |
| 2023 | $56.7M | 88.9K t |
| 2022 | $79.0M | 96.5K t |
| 2021 | $67.5M | 102.1K t |
| 2020 | $38.9M | 83.0K t |
| 2019 | $36.2M | 66.6K t |
| 2018 | $40.5M | 68.7K t |
| 2017 | $37.7M | 71.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (35%), Spain (24%), France (23%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+500% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $22.3M | 35% |
| Spain | $15.2M | 24% |
| France | $15.1M | 23% |
| Poland | $5.7M | 8.9% |
| Netherlands | $2.1M | 3.3% |
| Portugal | $1.5M | 2.3% |
| Ireland | $1.1M | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $707K | 1.1% |
| Slovakia | $471K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $169K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.63 per kg, close to the world average of $0.53.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) by the United Kingdom reached $4.2 million in 2024 (10.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Belgium (48%), Netherlands (41%), China (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $2.0M | 48% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 41% |
| China | $215K | 5.1% |
| Pakistan | $51K | 1.2% |
| Ireland | $43K | 1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $42K | 1% |
| Peru | $28K | 0.7% |
| Chile | $20K | 0.5% |
| France | $17K | 0.4% |
| Finland | $12K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) imports (HS 4805.25): 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 4805.25: Paper & paperboard: uncoated, testliner (recycled linerboard), weight over 150g/m2, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) worth $64.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 103.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 146 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($22.3 million), followed by Spain (24%) and France (23%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 500% on the year.
What is the average import price of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.63 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $0.53 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37.7 million in 2017 to $64.6 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. The peak was 2022 at $79.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $52.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, the Netherlands and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $60.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2)?
The HS code for heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) is subheading 4805.25. 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 4805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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