Coated printing paper sheets (light) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of coated printing paper sheets (light) by the United States reached $12.4 million in 2024 (6.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 177 countries. Value rose 42% on 2023. 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 | $12.4M | 6.0K t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $8.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $10.2M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $12.7M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 9.0K t |
| 2017 | $10.5M | 5.3K t |
Where the United States imports coated printing paper sheets (light) from
Most of the value came from Italy (22%), China (20%), Malaysia (12%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.8M | 22% |
| China | $2.4M | 20% |
| Malaysia | $1.4M | 12% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 11% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 9.9% |
| Canada | $908K | 7.3% |
| South Korea | $894K | 7.2% |
| India | $759K | 6.1% |
| Taiwan | $239K | 1.9% |
| Mexico | $125K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.06 per kg, 23% above the world average of $1.68. 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.
Coated printing paper sheets (light) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported coated printing paper sheets (light) worth $8.1 million (3.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 97 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (21%), Mexico (19%), Japan (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 50%. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+343% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.7M | 21% |
| Mexico | $1.5M | 19% |
| Japan | $829K | 10% |
| Dominican Republic | $526K | 6.5% |
| Thailand | $423K | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $386K | 4.8% |
| Singapore | $315K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $221K | 2.7% |
| Australia | $181K | 2.2% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $123K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States coated printing paper sheets (light) imports (HS 4810.14): 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 4810.14: Paper and paperboard: coated with kaolin or other inorganic substances, for printing/writing/graphics, having 10% or less by weight of total fibres got mechanical/chemi-mechanical process, sheets, sides 435mm or less by 297mm or less, unfolded,.
Common questions
What is the value of coated printing paper sheets (light) imported by the United States?
The United States imported coated printing paper sheets (light) worth $12.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 177 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply coated printing paper sheets (light) to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by China (20%) and Malaysia (12%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 174% on the year.
What is the average import price of coated printing paper sheets (light) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.06 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $1.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of coated printing paper sheets (light) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.5 million in 2017 to $12.4 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2019 at $12.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export coated printing paper sheets (light)?
Yes. The United States exported $8.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Japan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for coated printing paper sheets (light)?
The HS code for coated printing paper sheets (light) is subheading 4810.14. 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 4810 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United States reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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