Mixed mechanical-chemical pulp imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $30.8 million of mixed mechanical-chemical pulp in 2024 (6.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 85 countries. Value fell 24% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $51.2 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 | $30.8M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $40.5M | 7.9K t |
| 2022 | $51.2M | 9.8K t |
| 2021 | $48.8M | 33.3K t |
| 2020 | $45.7M | 9.4K t |
| 2019 | $45.8M | 10.1K t |
| 2018 | $42.9M | 9.4K t |
| 2017 | $31.8M | 6.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports mixed mechanical-chemical pulp from
One supplier dominates: Philippines accounted for 99% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $30.4M | 99% |
| Germany | $195K | 0.6% |
| France | $135K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $21K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $13K | 0% |
| Norway | $3K | 0% |
| China | $3K | 0% |
| Lithuania | $3K | 0% |
| Thailand | $2K | 0% |
| Denmark | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.00 per kg, 355% above the world average of $1.10. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom mixed mechanical-chemical pulp imports (HS 4706.93): 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 4706.93: Pulp: of fibrous cellulosic material, other than of bamboo or fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard or from cotton linters pulp, obtained by a combination of mechanical and chemical processes.
Common questions
What is the value of mixed mechanical-chemical pulp imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported mixed mechanical-chemical pulp worth $30.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 85 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply mixed mechanical-chemical pulp to the United Kingdom?
The Philippines was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($30.4 million), followed by Germany (1%) and France (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 349% on the year.
What is the average import price of mixed mechanical-chemical pulp per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.00 per kg in 2024, 355% above the world average of $1.10 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mixed mechanical-chemical pulp to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.8 million in 2017 to $30.8 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2022 at $51.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $42.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for mixed mechanical-chemical pulp?
The HS code for mixed mechanical-chemical pulp is subheading 4706.93. It sits in HS chapter 47 (pulp of wood or other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4706 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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