Paper and pulp articles (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported paper and pulp articles (other) worth $138.7 million (49.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. Value rose 7% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $138.7M | 49.8K t |
| 2023 | $129.3M | 44.8K t |
| 2022 | $137.1M | 51.4K t |
| 2021 | $133.0M | 45.6K t |
| 2020 | $118.4M | 50.7K t |
| 2019 | $137.4M | 52.7K t |
| 2018 | $130.3M | 56.9K t |
| 2017 | $114.4M | 51.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports paper and pulp articles (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (29%), Netherlands (14%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $40.6M | 29% |
| Netherlands | $20.1M | 15% |
| Germany | $18.6M | 13% |
| India | $11.3M | 8.2% |
| United States | $10.9M | 7.8% |
| Italy | $6.1M | 4.4% |
| Poland | $5.2M | 3.7% |
| France | $4.6M | 3.4% |
| Finland | $3.8M | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $3.1M | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.79 per kg, close to the world average of $2.53.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Paper and pulp articles (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of paper and pulp articles (other) by the United Kingdom reached $51.8 million in 2024 (12.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to France (12%), Ireland (11%), Finland (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $6.4M | 12% |
| Ireland | $5.8M | 11% |
| Finland | $4.2M | 8.1% |
| Germany | $4.1M | 7.9% |
| United States | $3.4M | 6.6% |
| Turkey | $2.8M | 5.5% |
| Poland | $2.7M | 5.2% |
| Netherlands | $2.2M | 4.3% |
| Australia | $2.1M | 4.1% |
| Canada | $1.9M | 3.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom paper and pulp articles (other) imports (HS 4823.90): 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 4823.90: Paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823.
Common questions
What is the value of paper and pulp articles (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported paper and pulp articles (other) worth $138.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 49.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 223 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper and pulp articles (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($40.6 million), followed by the Netherlands (14%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 72 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper and pulp articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.79 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $2.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paper and pulp articles (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $114.4 million in 2017 to $138.7 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $129.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export paper and pulp articles (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $51.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and Finland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $86.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper and pulp articles (other)?
The HS code for paper and pulp articles (other) is subheading 4823.90. 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 4823 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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