Stationery articles (other) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of stationery articles (other) by the United Kingdom reached $14.8 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 164 countries. Value fell 24% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $19.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $19.5M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $17.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $13.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $17.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $11.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $16.7M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 1.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports stationery articles (other) to
Ireland alone took 71% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $10.5M | 71% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 7.4% |
| France | $496K | 3.4% |
| United States | $466K | 3.2% |
| Austria | $225K | 1.5% |
| Poland | $182K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $180K | 1.2% |
| Australia | $123K | 0.8% |
| Uzbekistan | $93K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $84K | 0.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.75 per kg, 123% above the world average of $4.37. 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.
Stationery articles (other) imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $11.2 million of stationery articles (other) in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 219 countries. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.0M | 63% |
| India | $878K | 7.9% |
| Italy | $718K | 6.4% |
| Germany | $561K | 5% |
| Ireland | $389K | 3.5% |
| United States | $350K | 3.1% |
| Bulgaria | $252K | 2.3% |
| France | $195K | 1.7% |
| Malaysia | $143K | 1.3% |
| Poland | $91K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom stationery articles (other) exports (HS 4820.90): 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 4820.90: Paper or paperboard: stationery n.e.c. in heading no. 4820.
Common questions
What is the value of stationery articles (other) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported stationery articles (other) worth $14.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 164 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries buy stationery articles (other) from the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest buyer with 71% of the value ($10.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (7%) and France (3%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 118 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 168% on the year.
What is the average export price of stationery articles (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.75 per kg in 2024, 123% above the world average of $4.37 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of stationery articles (other) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $14.8 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. The peak was 2023 at $19.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import stationery articles (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $11.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for stationery articles (other)?
The HS code for stationery articles (other) is subheading 4820.90. 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 4820 page.
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