Gummed and adhesive paper exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported gummed and adhesive paper worth $173.1 million (37.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 127 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $173.1M | 37.2K t |
| 2023 | $176.2M | 40.9K t |
| 2022 | $203.6M | 48.7K t |
| 2021 | $182.7M | 52.8K t |
| 2020 | $141.0M | 43.7K t |
| 2019 | $127.4M | 37.0K t |
| 2018 | $85.8M | 25.4K t |
| 2017 | $68.2M | 20.2K t |
Where the United States exports gummed and adhesive paper to
One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 66% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $114.7M | 66% |
| Mexico | $24.4M | 14% |
| Brazil | $5.0M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2.7M | 1.6% |
| China | $2.6M | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $1.9M | 1.1% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 0.9% |
| Chile | $1.4M | 0.8% |
| Argentina | $1.3M | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.65 per kg, 32% above the world average of $3.52. 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.
Gummed and adhesive paper imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported gummed and adhesive paper worth $40.0 million (12.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 198 countries for imports of this product. Canada alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $20.7M | 52% |
| India | $5.5M | 14% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 6.4% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 3.7% |
| China | $1.4M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 3% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $984K | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $738K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States gummed and adhesive paper exports (HS 4811.49): 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 4811.49: Paper and paperboard: gummed or adhesive paper and paperboard (excluding self-adhesive), in rolls or sheets, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810.
Common questions
What is the value of gummed and adhesive paper exported by the United States?
The United States exported gummed and adhesive paper worth $173.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 127 countries worldwide, with 28% of world exports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy gummed and adhesive paper from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 66% of the value ($114.7 million), followed by Mexico (14%) and Brazil (3%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 108 buyer countries in total. Chile grew fastest among the top ten, up 288% on the year.
What is the average export price of gummed and adhesive paper per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.65 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $3.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of gummed and adhesive paper from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $68.2 million in 2017 to $173.1 million in 2024, an increase of 154%. The peak was 2022 at $203.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $144.7 million a year.
Does the United States also import gummed and adhesive paper?
Yes. The United States imported $40.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, India and Germany. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $133.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for gummed and adhesive paper?
The HS code for gummed and adhesive paper is subheading 4811.49. 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 4811 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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