Stationery sets and writing compendiums imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of stationery sets and writing compendiums by the United Kingdom reached $11.5 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 208 countries. 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
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $11.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $11.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $12.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $11.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $11.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $11.3M | 2.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports stationery sets and writing compendiums from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 71% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.1M | 71% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 9.8% |
| United States | $396K | 3.4% |
| Poland | $288K | 2.5% |
| India | $253K | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $200K | 1.7% |
| Ireland | $187K | 1.6% |
| Hong Kong | $187K | 1.6% |
| Australia | $186K | 1.6% |
| Portugal | $130K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.38 per kg, close to the world average of $4.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Stationery sets and writing compendiums exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported stationery sets and writing compendiums worth $2.6 million (297 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Czech Republic (26%), Ireland (13%), Germany (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $688K | 26% |
| Ireland | $330K | 13% |
| Germany | $229K | 8.8% |
| France | $203K | 7.8% |
| United States | $128K | 4.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $114K | 4.4% |
| Netherlands | $109K | 4.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $91K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $79K | 3% |
| Iraq | $71K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom stationery sets and writing compendiums imports (HS 4817.30): 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 4817.30: Paper and paperboard: boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums containing an assortment of paper stationery.
Common questions
What is the value of stationery sets and writing compendiums imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported stationery sets and writing compendiums worth $11.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 208 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply stationery sets and writing compendiums to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by Italy (10%) and the United States (3%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 274% on the year.
What is the average import price of stationery sets and writing compendiums per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.38 per kg in 2024, 5% above the world average of $4.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of stationery sets and writing compendiums to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.3 million in 2017 to $11.5 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2020 at $12.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export stationery sets and writing compendiums?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Czech Republic, Ireland and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $8.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for stationery sets and writing compendiums?
The HS code for stationery sets and writing compendiums is subheading 4817.30. 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 4817 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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