Uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) by the United Kingdom reached $42.3 million in 2024 (58.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 80 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
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 | $42.3M | 58.4K t |
| 2023 | $43.3M | 52.0K t |
| 2022 | $47.9M | 58.1K t |
| 2021 | $34.9M | 50.8K t |
| 2020 | $26.9M | 54.2K t |
| 2019 | $26.7M | 46.8K t |
| 2018 | $29.1M | 45.6K t |
| 2017 | $24.5M | 38.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) to
Most of it went to France (27%), Belgium (13%), South Africa (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 50%. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $11.2M | 27% |
| Belgium | $5.5M | 13% |
| South Africa | $4.3M | 10% |
| Ireland | $3.7M | 8.7% |
| Sweden | $2.6M | 6.1% |
| Finland | $2.4M | 5.7% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 4% |
| Romania | $1.7M | 3.9% |
| Norway | $1.5M | 3.5% |
| United States | $1.4M | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.72 per kg, close to the world average of $0.75.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) worth $22.4 million (28.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Germany (38%), Denmark (18%), Italy (18%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $8.4M | 38% |
| Denmark | $4.0M | 18% |
| Italy | $4.0M | 18% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 7.7% |
| France | $1.7M | 7.5% |
| Sweden | $766K | 3.4% |
| Spain | $740K | 3.3% |
| United States | $323K | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $271K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $183K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) exports (HS 4805.92): 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 4805.92: Paper and paperboard: uncoated, weight more than 150g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805.
Common questions
What is the value of uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) worth $42.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 58.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 80 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) from the United Kingdom?
France was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by Belgium (13%) and South Africa (10%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 42 buyer countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average export price of uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.72 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.75 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $24.5 million in 2017 to $42.3 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. The peak was 2022 at $47.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $22.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Denmark and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $19.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2)?
The HS code for uncoated paperboard (medium, 150-225g/m2) is subheading 4805.92. 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 4805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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