Printed paper labels imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed paper labels by the United Kingdom reached $138.3 million in 2024 (15.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 222 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. 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
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $138.3M | 15.9K t |
| 2023 | $134.6M | 15.3K t |
| 2022 | $139.9M | 21.6K t |
| 2021 | $142.5M | 28.4K t |
| 2020 | $133.6M | 30.5K t |
| 2019 | $151.5M | 30.6K t |
| 2018 | $153.1M | 26.4K t |
| 2017 | $130.8M | 21.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports printed paper labels from
Most of the value came from Germany (20%), Italy (15%), China (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+77% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $27.9M | 20% |
| Italy | $21.1M | 15% |
| China | $17.8M | 13% |
| Ireland | $16.3M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $13.2M | 9.5% |
| France | $7.9M | 5.7% |
| Czech Republic | $6.9M | 5% |
| United States | $6.6M | 4.8% |
| Spain | $4.0M | 2.9% |
| Poland | $2.8M | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.68 per kg, 33% above the world average of $6.52. 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.
Printed paper labels exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of printed paper labels by the United Kingdom reached $98.1 million in 2024 (9.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Ireland (18%), France (11%), Pakistan (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Pakistan grew fastest (+245% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $17.3M | 18% |
| France | $10.7M | 11% |
| Pakistan | $9.9M | 10% |
| Belgium | $8.2M | 8.3% |
| Netherlands | $7.4M | 7.6% |
| Germany | $6.3M | 6.4% |
| Poland | $4.1M | 4.2% |
| Colombia | $3.2M | 3.3% |
| United States | $2.8M | 2.9% |
| Switzerland | $2.1M | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom printed paper labels imports (HS 4821.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 4821.10: Paper and paperboard: labels or all kinds, printed.
Common questions
What is the value of printed paper labels imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported printed paper labels worth $138.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 222 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed paper labels to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($27.9 million), followed by Italy (15%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 84 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 77% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed paper labels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.68 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $6.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed paper labels to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $130.8 million in 2017 to $138.3 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2018 at $153.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $140.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export printed paper labels?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $98.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, France and Pakistan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $40.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for printed paper labels?
The HS code for printed paper labels is subheading 4821.10. 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 4821 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United Kingdom reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
Same product, other countries
World printed paper labels trade: top importers and exporters
More trade data for the United Kingdom
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.