Mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) worth $20.6 million (5.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 204 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 5% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $28.2 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 | $20.6M | 5.4K t |
| 2023 | $21.7M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $23.6M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $28.2M | 8.5K t |
| 2020 | $26.1M | 7.1K t |
| 2019 | $22.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $22.8M | 8.2K t |
| 2017 | $24.8M | 9.6K t |
Where the United States imports mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (39%), Indonesia (24%), Mexico (15%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $8.0M | 39% |
| Indonesia | $4.9M | 24% |
| Mexico | $3.0M | 15% |
| Spain | $829K | 4% |
| Israel | $792K | 3.8% |
| France | $591K | 2.9% |
| China | $497K | 2.4% |
| India | $336K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $298K | 1.4% |
| Canada | $290K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.82 per kg, 150% above the world average of $1.53. 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.
Mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) worth $9.5 million (5.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Canada (26%), Switzerland (17%), Mexico (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.5M | 26% |
| Switzerland | $1.6M | 17% |
| Mexico | $1.4M | 15% |
| Costa Rica | $591K | 6.2% |
| Pakistan | $517K | 5.4% |
| Germany | $370K | 3.9% |
| Bermuda | $313K | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $312K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $280K | 2.9% |
| Barbados | $181K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) imports (HS 4802.69): 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 4802.69: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, other than rolls, other than sheets 435mm or less by 297mm or less (unfolded).
Common questions
What is the value of mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) imported by the United States?
The United States imported mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) worth $20.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 204 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) to the United States?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by Indonesia (24%) and Mexico (15%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 246% on the year.
What is the average import price of mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.82 per kg in 2024, 150% above the world average of $1.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.8 million in 2017 to $20.6 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2021 at $28.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets)?
Yes. The United States exported $9.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Switzerland and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets)?
The HS code for mechanical pulp printing paper (large sheets) is subheading 4802.69. 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.
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