Handmade paper imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of handmade paper by the United States reached $5.8 million in 2024 (413 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 198 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $7.4 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 | $5.8M | 413 t |
| 2023 | $5.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $7.4M | 751 t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 966 t |
| 2018 | $4.2M | 324 t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 355 t |
Where the United States imports handmade paper from
Most of the value came from Greece (22%), India (17%), Japan (14%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Greece | $1.3M | 23% |
| India | $975K | 17% |
| Japan | $838K | 15% |
| United Kingdom | $650K | 11% |
| Mexico | $529K | 9.1% |
| Thailand | $314K | 5.4% |
| Nepal | $151K | 2.6% |
| Poland | $135K | 2.3% |
| China | $132K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $119K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.01 per kg, 540% above the world average of $2.19. 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.
Handmade paper exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported handmade paper worth $2.9 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 119 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (28%), Canada (14%), India (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+588% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $828K | 28% |
| Canada | $405K | 14% |
| India | $290K | 9.9% |
| United Kingdom | $149K | 5.1% |
| China | $125K | 4.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $113K | 3.9% |
| Kuwait | $103K | 3.5% |
| Bermuda | $92K | 3.2% |
| France | $90K | 3.1% |
| Panama | $86K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States handmade paper imports (HS 4802.10): 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 4802.10: Hand-made paper or paperboard.
Common questions
What is the value of handmade paper imported by the United States?
The United States imported handmade paper worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 413 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 198 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply handmade paper to the United States?
Greece was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by India (17%) and Japan (14%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 680% on the year.
What is the average import price of handmade paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.01 per kg in 2024, 540% above the world average of $2.19 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of handmade paper to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, an increase of 40%. The peak was 2020 at $7.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export handmade paper?
Yes. The United States exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and India. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for handmade paper?
The HS code for handmade paper is subheading 4802.10. 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 4802 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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