Cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) worth $123.9 million (7.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 220 countries for imports of this product. That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $181.4 million.
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 | $123.9M | 7.9K t |
| 2023 | $132.3M | 8.9K t |
| 2022 | $173.8M | 16.8K t |
| 2021 | $181.4M | 17.4K t |
| 2020 | $163.5M | 10.3K t |
| 2019 | $165.3M | 11.1K t |
| 2018 | $181.1M | 12.1K t |
| 2017 | $134.8M | 17.1K t |
Where the United States imports cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $62.2M | 50% |
| Mexico | $7.6M | 6.2% |
| Vietnam | $6.9M | 5.6% |
| India | $5.1M | 4.2% |
| Thailand | $4.9M | 3.9% |
| Switzerland | $4.6M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $3.7M | 3% |
| France | $2.9M | 2.4% |
| El Salvador | $2.8M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.62 per kg, 29% above the world average of $12.13. 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.
Cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) worth $68.2 million (3.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 199 countries. Most of it went to Canada (12%), Mexico (10%), Switzerland (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 29%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+223% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $8.2M | 12% |
| Mexico | $6.9M | 10% |
| Switzerland | $4.9M | 7.2% |
| Singapore | $4.7M | 6.9% |
| South Korea | $4.1M | 6% |
| Australia | $3.4M | 5% |
| Netherlands | $2.7M | 3.9% |
| Costa Rica | $2.4M | 3.5% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) imports (HS 4202.99): 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 4202.99: Cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, of vulcanised fibre or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper.
Common questions
What is the value of cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) worth $123.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 220 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($62.2 million), followed by Mexico (6%) and Vietnam (6%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 109 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 49% on the year.
What is the average import price of cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.62 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $12.13 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $134.8 million in 2017 to $123.9 million in 2024, a fall of 8%. The peak was 2021 at $181.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $157.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other)?
Yes. The United States exported $68.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Switzerland. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $55.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other)?
The HS code for cases and containers (fibre or paperboard, other) is subheading 4202.99. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 page.
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