Transfer paper and stencil paper exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported transfer paper and stencil paper worth $2.3 million (189 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 15% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $3.9 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 | $2.3M | 189 t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 218 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 218 t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 222 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 155 t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 163 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 372 t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 167 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports transfer paper and stencil paper to
The largest buyer markets were Thailand (17%), Ireland (16%), France (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $394K | 17% |
| Ireland | $366K | 16% |
| France | $207K | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $182K | 8% |
| Panama | $143K | 6.3% |
| Philippines | $135K | 5.9% |
| Israel | $133K | 5.8% |
| United States | $110K | 4.8% |
| China | $106K | 4.6% |
| Spain | $74K | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.13 per kg, 500% above the world average of $2.02. 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.
Transfer paper and stencil paper imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported transfer paper and stencil paper worth $2.0 million (788 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 66% |
| United States | $134K | 6.6% |
| Turkey | $133K | 6.6% |
| Japan | $96K | 4.8% |
| Germany | $80K | 3.9% |
| India | $75K | 3.7% |
| South Korea | $66K | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $39K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $36K | 1.8% |
| Poland | $10K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom transfer paper and stencil paper exports (HS 4816.90): 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 4816.90: Paper: carbon paper and other copying or transfer papers (other than those of heading no. 4809), n.e.c. in item no. 4816.20.
Common questions
What is the value of transfer paper and stencil paper exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported transfer paper and stencil paper worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 189 tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 106 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries buy transfer paper and stencil paper from the United Kingdom?
Thailand was the largest buyer with 17% of the value ($394 thousand), followed by Ireland (16%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 69 buyer countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 548% on the year.
What is the average export price of transfer paper and stencil paper per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.13 per kg in 2024, 500% above the world average of $2.02 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of transfer paper and stencil paper from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2018 at $3.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import transfer paper and stencil paper?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United States and Turkey. That compares with exports of $2.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for transfer paper and stencil paper?
The HS code for transfer paper and stencil paper is subheading 4816.90. 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 4816 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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