Specialty coated paper (other types) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $195.5 million of specialty coated paper (other types) in 2024 (64.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 219 countries. Value fell 3% from 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 | $195.5M | 64.6K t |
| 2023 | $201.6M | 60.4K t |
| 2022 | $206.7M | 72.5K t |
| 2021 | $164.7M | 60.1K t |
| 2020 | $147.5M | 57.1K t |
| 2019 | $196.2M | 72.0K t |
| 2018 | $202.9M | 83.0K t |
| 2017 | $174.7M | 73.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports specialty coated paper (other types) from
Most of the value came from Germany (35%), China (19%), United States (9%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+201% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $68.4M | 35% |
| China | $38.0M | 19% |
| United States | $18.0M | 9.2% |
| France | $12.3M | 6.3% |
| Finland | $10.6M | 5.4% |
| Italy | $9.0M | 4.6% |
| Spain | $8.0M | 4.1% |
| Poland | $5.7M | 2.9% |
| India | $4.5M | 2.3% |
| Denmark | $3.7M | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.03 per kg, 26% above the world average of $2.41. 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.
Specialty coated paper (other types) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of specialty coated paper (other types) by the United Kingdom reached $90.4 million in 2024 (21.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to United States (33%), Germany (11%), Ireland (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $29.6M | 33% |
| Germany | $10.1M | 11% |
| Ireland | $9.1M | 10% |
| Canada | $7.4M | 8.2% |
| France | $4.2M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $3.1M | 3.4% |
| Sweden | $2.6M | 2.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.2M | 2.4% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 2% |
| Spain | $1.7M | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom specialty coated paper (other types) imports (HS 4811.90): 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 4811.90: Paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding and webs of soft cellulose fibres: coated, impregnated, covered, surface-decorated or surface-coloured, n.e.c. in heading no. 4811, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of specialty coated paper (other types) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported specialty coated paper (other types) worth $195.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 64.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 219 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialty coated paper (other types) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($68.4 million), followed by China (19%) and the United States (9%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 201% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialty coated paper (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.03 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $2.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of specialty coated paper (other types) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $174.7 million in 2017 to $195.5 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2022 at $206.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $186.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export specialty coated paper (other types)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $90.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $105.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialty coated paper (other types)?
The HS code for specialty coated paper (other types) is subheading 4811.90. 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 4811 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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