Light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $52.8 million of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) in 2024 (42.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 195 countries. Value rose 3% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $52.8M | 42.2K t |
| 2023 | $51.2M | 37.5K t |
| 2022 | $55.9M | 42.3K t |
| 2021 | $50.5M | 42.1K t |
| 2020 | $41.2M | 42.7K t |
| 2019 | $39.1M | 37.3K t |
| 2018 | $29.3M | 24.0K t |
| 2017 | $23.0M | 20.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) from
The largest suppliers were Finland (17%), Czech Republic (15%), Sweden (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $9.2M | 18% |
| Czech Republic | $7.8M | 15% |
| Sweden | $7.4M | 14% |
| Germany | $6.7M | 13% |
| France | $3.6M | 6.9% |
| Brazil | $3.6M | 6.8% |
| Spain | $3.2M | 6% |
| Ukraine | $2.8M | 5.3% |
| Estonia | $1.7M | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.25 per kg, 20% above the world average of $1.04. 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.
Light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) by the United Kingdom reached $8.7 million in 2024 (6.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Germany (37%), Ireland (13%), United States (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+326% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.2M | 37% |
| Ireland | $1.1M | 13% |
| United States | $1.1M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 12% |
| Slovakia | $617K | 7.1% |
| Canada | $577K | 6.7% |
| India | $206K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $169K | 2% |
| Ukraine | $167K | 1.9% |
| France | $70K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imports (HS 4804.31): 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 4804.31: Kraft paper and paperboard: uncoated, unbleached, weight 150g/m2 or less, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) worth $52.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 42.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 195 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) to the United Kingdom?
Finland was the largest supplier with 17% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by the Czech Republic (15%) and Sweden (14%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 29% on the year.
What is the average import price of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.25 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $1.04 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.0 million in 2017 to $52.8 million in 2024, an increase of 130%. The peak was 2022 at $55.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $42.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $8.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Ireland and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $44.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2)?
The HS code for light unbleached kraft paper (under 150g/m2) is subheading 4804.31. 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 4804 page.
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