Mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) by the United Kingdom reached $25.3 million in 2024 (20.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 194 countries. Value fell 13% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $44.8 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 | $25.3M | 20.7K t |
| 2023 | $29.1M | 21.6K t |
| 2022 | $29.7M | 25.8K t |
| 2021 | $13.8M | 6.7K t |
| 2020 | $27.8M | 12.8K t |
| 2019 | $41.0M | 30.4K t |
| 2018 | $42.8M | 39.1K t |
| 2017 | $44.8M | 47.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) from
Germany alone supplied 80% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+152% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $20.3M | 80% |
| China | $2.3M | 9.1% |
| Canada | $1.1M | 4.2% |
| Japan | $617K | 2.4% |
| India | $400K | 1.6% |
| United States | $201K | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | $176K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $91K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $46K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $35K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.22 per kg, close to the world average of $1.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) by the United Kingdom reached $362 thousand in 2024 (140 tonnes). Most of it went to France (24%), Ireland (23%), Nigeria (13%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+690% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $87K | 24% |
| Ireland | $83K | 23% |
| Nigeria | $48K | 13% |
| Japan | $24K | 6.5% |
| United States | $15K | 4.1% |
| Germany | $14K | 3.9% |
| South Africa | $12K | 3.4% |
| Spain | $8K | 2.3% |
| Poland | $6K | 1.7% |
| Australia | $5K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) imports (HS 4802.62): 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 4802.62: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, in sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded).
Common questions
What is the value of mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) worth $25.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 194 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 80% of the value ($20.3 million), followed by China (9%) and Canada (4%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Lithuania grew fastest among the top ten, up 249% on the year.
What is the average import price of mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.22 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.17 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $44.8 million in 2017 to $25.3 million in 2024, a fall of 43%. The peak was 2017 at $44.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $31.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $362 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and Nigeria. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $25.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets)?
The HS code for mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets) is subheading 4802.62. 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?
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