Mixed mechanical-chemical pulp exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported mixed mechanical-chemical pulp worth $5.4 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 55 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $11.2 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 | $5.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $11.2M | 12.3K t |
| 2021 | $7.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 4.7K t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 13.5K t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 8.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 1.4K t |
Where the United States exports mixed mechanical-chemical pulp to
Most of it went to Canada (23%), Australia (11%), India (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+687% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.2M | 23% |
| Australia | $597K | 11% |
| India | $581K | 11% |
| Singapore | $479K | 8.9% |
| Panama | $473K | 8.8% |
| Brazil | $400K | 7.4% |
| Spain | $383K | 7.1% |
| Vietnam | $190K | 3.5% |
| Germany | $149K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $129K | 2.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.35 per kg, 114% above the world average of $1.10. 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.
Mixed mechanical-chemical pulp imports to the United States
Imports of mixed mechanical-chemical pulp by the United States reached $1.4 million in 2024 (879 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 80% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.1M | 80% |
| Sweden | $146K | 10% |
| Philippines | $55K | 3.9% |
| Thailand | $35K | 2.5% |
| Canada | $27K | 2% |
| India | $9K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States mixed mechanical-chemical pulp exports (HS 4706.93): 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 4706.93: Pulp: of fibrous cellulosic material, other than of bamboo or fibres derived from recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard or from cotton linters pulp, obtained by a combination of mechanical and chemical processes.
Common questions
What is the value of mixed mechanical-chemical pulp exported by the United States?
The United States exported mixed mechanical-chemical pulp worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 55 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy mixed mechanical-chemical pulp from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Australia (11%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 40 buyer countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 687% on the year.
What is the average export price of mixed mechanical-chemical pulp per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.35 per kg in 2024, 114% above the world average of $1.10 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of mixed mechanical-chemical pulp from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. The peak was 2022 at $11.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.4 million a year.
Does the United States also import mixed mechanical-chemical pulp?
Yes. The United States imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Sweden and the Philippines. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for mixed mechanical-chemical pulp?
The HS code for mixed mechanical-chemical pulp is subheading 4706.93. It sits in HS chapter 47 (pulp of wood or other fibrous cellulosic material; recovered (waste and scrap) paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4706 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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