Color photographic paper imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $17.2 million of color photographic paper in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 178 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 35% a year on average.
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 | $17.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $19.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $16.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 349 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 268 t |
| 2019 | $2.9M | 418 t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 393 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 239 t |
Where the United States imports color photographic paper from
Netherlands alone supplied 97% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $16.8M | 97% |
| China | $86K | 0.5% |
| Japan | $74K | 0.4% |
| Brazil | $65K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $51K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $41K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $40K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $39K | 0.2% |
| France | $24K | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | $21K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.84 per kg, close to the world average of $7.67.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Color photographic paper exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported color photographic paper worth $2.7 million (301 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 82 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were South Korea (19%), Peru (10%), Spain (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $508K | 19% |
| Peru | $272K | 10% |
| Spain | $219K | 8.1% |
| Ecuador | $206K | 7.6% |
| Canada | $174K | 6.4% |
| Germany | $152K | 5.6% |
| Australia | $148K | 5.5% |
| Mexico | $145K | 5.4% |
| Argentina | $61K | 2.3% |
| Honduras | $60K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States color photographic paper imports (HS 3703.20): 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 3703.20: Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles: for colour photography (polychrome), (other than in rolls of a width exceeding 610mm), sensitised, unexposed.
Common questions
What is the value of color photographic paper imported by the United States?
The United States imported color photographic paper worth $17.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 178 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply color photographic paper to the United States?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 97% of the value ($16.8 million), followed by China (0%) and Japan (0%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 449% on the year.
What is the average import price of color photographic paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.84 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $7.67 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of color photographic paper to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $17.2 million in 2024, an increase of 728%. The peak was 2023 at $19.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export color photographic paper?
Yes. The United States exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Korea, Peru and Spain. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $14.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for color photographic paper?
The HS code for color photographic paper is subheading 3703.20. It sits in HS chapter 37 (photographic or cinematographic goods). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3703 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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