Greaseproof paper imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $153.4 million of greaseproof paper in 2024 (56.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 203 countries for imports of this product. That is 14% more than in 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 | $153.4M | 56.7K t |
| 2023 | $134.1M | 46.6K t |
| 2022 | $129.7M | 49.4K t |
| 2021 | $106.7M | 48.1K t |
| 2020 | $98.4M | 42.5K t |
| 2019 | $122.7M | 49.7K t |
| 2018 | $113.6M | 47.0K t |
| 2017 | $102.6M | 44.5K t |
Where the United States imports greaseproof paper from
Most of the value came from Mexico (28%), Finland (19%), Norway (15%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+93% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $42.3M | 28% |
| Finland | $29.6M | 19% |
| Norway | $23.6M | 15% |
| Sweden | $13.6M | 8.9% |
| Canada | $12.0M | 7.8% |
| France | $10.8M | 7% |
| Austria | $6.4M | 4.2% |
| China | $3.5M | 2.3% |
| Indonesia | $2.5M | 1.6% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.71 per kg, close to the world average of $2.37.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Greaseproof paper exports from the United States
Exports of greaseproof paper by the United States reached $24.5 million in 2024 (8.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. Canada alone took 67% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $16.4M | 67% |
| Brazil | $2.3M | 9.4% |
| Mexico | $769K | 3.1% |
| El Salvador | $466K | 1.9% |
| Australia | $296K | 1.2% |
| Barbados | $277K | 1.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $264K | 1.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $248K | 1% |
| Panama | $233K | 1% |
| Belgium | $229K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States greaseproof paper imports (HS 4806.20): 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 4806.20: Paper: greaseproof papers, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of greaseproof paper imported by the United States?
The United States imported greaseproof paper worth $153.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 56.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 203 countries worldwide, with 17% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply greaseproof paper to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($42.3 million), followed by Finland (19%) and Norway (15%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 239% on the year.
What is the average import price of greaseproof paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.71 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $2.37 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of greaseproof paper to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $102.6 million in 2017 to $153.4 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $120.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export greaseproof paper?
Yes. The United States exported $24.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Brazil and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $128.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for greaseproof paper?
The HS code for greaseproof paper is subheading 4806.20. 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 4806 page.
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