Cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) by the United States reached $156.9 million in 2024 (6.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 187 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $197.5 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 | $156.9M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $158.3M | 6.3K t |
| 2022 | $197.5M | 7.0K t |
| 2021 | $158.0M | 6.0K t |
| 2020 | $117.9M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $108.4M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $90.5M | 4.4K t |
| 2017 | $75.5M | 4.0K t |
Where the United States imports cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) from
Most of the value came from Indonesia (28%), Canada (16%), India (13%). Among the main suppliers, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+99% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $44.3M | 28% |
| Canada | $24.4M | 16% |
| India | $21.1M | 14% |
| Spain | $19.6M | 13% |
| Dominican Republic | $11.2M | 7.1% |
| France | $10.0M | 6.4% |
| Philippines | $9.2M | 5.8% |
| Ireland | $5.3M | 3.4% |
| Argentina | $3.4M | 2.2% |
| China | $2.4M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.37 per kg, 37% above the world average of $18.57. 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.
Cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) exports from the United States
The United States exported $4.0 million of cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) in 2024 (221 tonnes). Most of it went to Dominican Republic (42%), Canada (24%), Mexico (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $1.7M | 42% |
| Canada | $944K | 24% |
| Mexico | $262K | 6.6% |
| Ireland | $148K | 3.7% |
| Switzerland | $129K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $122K | 3.1% |
| Ecuador | $114K | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $91K | 2.3% |
| Indonesia | $60K | 1.5% |
| Chile | $55K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) imports (HS 4813.10): 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 4813.10: Paper, cigarette: in the form of booklets or tubes.
Common questions
What is the value of cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) imported by the United States?
The United States imported cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) worth $156.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 187 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) to the United States?
Indonesia was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($44.3 million), followed by Canada (16%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 99% on the year.
What is the average import price of cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.37 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $18.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $75.5 million in 2017 to $156.9 million in 2024, an increase of 108%. The peak was 2022 at $197.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $132.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export cigarette paper (booklets and tubes)?
Yes. The United States exported $4.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Dominican Republic, Canada and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $152.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cigarette paper (booklets and tubes)?
The HS code for cigarette paper (booklets and tubes) is subheading 4813.10. 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 4813 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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