Heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) by the United States reached $69.9 million in 2024 (37.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 107 countries for exports of this product. That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $92.9 million.
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 | $69.9M | 37.0K t |
| 2023 | $74.4M | 35.9K t |
| 2022 | $86.9M | 45.3K t |
| 2021 | $84.3M | 55.8K t |
| 2020 | $69.0M | 49.5K t |
| 2019 | $89.9M | 58.0K t |
| 2018 | $92.9M | 58.0K t |
| 2017 | $84.9M | 52.9K t |
Where the United States exports heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (46%), Mexico (24%), Taiwan (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $32.0M | 46% |
| Mexico | $16.6M | 24% |
| Taiwan | $3.2M | 4.5% |
| United Kingdom | $2.7M | 3.9% |
| Hong Kong | $2.6M | 3.7% |
| China | $2.0M | 2.9% |
| South Africa | $1.4M | 2.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.2M | 1.7% |
| Costa Rica | $826K | 1.2% |
| Panama | $689K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.89 per kg, 31% above the world average of $1.44. 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.
Heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) imports to the United States
The United States imported $42.9 million of heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) in 2024 (20.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 191 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Canada (28%), United Kingdom (22%), Italy (16%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+163% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $11.9M | 28% |
| United Kingdom | $9.6M | 22% |
| Italy | $6.7M | 16% |
| Germany | $4.5M | 11% |
| France | $3.8M | 8.9% |
| Indonesia | $3.7M | 8.7% |
| Belgium | $363K | 0.9% |
| Sweden | $361K | 0.8% |
| Brazil | $299K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $269K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) exports (HS 4802.58): 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 4802.58: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weighing more than 150g/m2.
Common questions
What is the value of heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) exported by the United States?
The United States exported heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) worth $69.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 107 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($32.0 million), followed by Mexico (24%) and Taiwan (5%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 87 buyer countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 67% on the year.
What is the average export price of heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.89 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $1.44 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $84.9 million in 2017 to $69.9 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2018 at $92.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $81.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2)?
Yes. The United States imported $42.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, the United Kingdom and Italy. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $27.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2)?
The HS code for heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) is subheading 4802.58. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
Same product, other countries
World heavyweight printing paper (over 150g/m2) trade: top importers and exporters
More trade data for the United States
- Mechanical pulp printing paper (rolls)
- Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (rolls)
- Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (small sheets)
- Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets)
- Light printing paper (under 40g/m2)
- Mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets)
- Photographic base paper
- Mechanical pulp printing paper (small sheets)
- All United States trade data
- HS 4802 codes
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