Plastic-faced wallpaper imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $72.3 million of plastic-faced wallpaper in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 203 countries. That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
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 | $72.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $67.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $61.6M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $60.1M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $44.7M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $38.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $36.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $35.3M | 3.4K t |
Where the United States imports plastic-faced wallpaper from
Most of the value came from United Kingdom (39%), China (17%), Italy (7%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+206% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $28.2M | 39% |
| China | $12.0M | 17% |
| Italy | $5.2M | 7.2% |
| France | $3.8M | 5.3% |
| Turkey | $3.7M | 5.1% |
| Belgium | $3.3M | 4.6% |
| Canada | $3.3M | 4.6% |
| Japan | $2.7M | 3.7% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 2.9% |
| Sweden | $2.0M | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.92 per kg, 350% above the world average of $4.20. 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.
Plastic-faced wallpaper exports from the United States
Exports of plastic-faced wallpaper by the United States reached $35.0 million in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 123 countries. Most of it went to Canada (22%), Mexico (17%), United Kingdom (14%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+776% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $7.6M | 22% |
| Mexico | $6.0M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $5.0M | 14% |
| China | $2.2M | 6.3% |
| South Africa | $1.4M | 4.1% |
| Poland | $1.0M | 3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $962K | 2.8% |
| Mauritania | $942K | 2.7% |
| Singapore | $812K | 2.3% |
| Hong Kong | $764K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plastic-faced wallpaper imports (HS 4814.20): 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 4814.20: Wallpaper and similar wall coverings: coated or covered on the face side, with a grained, embossed, coloured, design-printed or otherwise decorated layer of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic-faced wallpaper imported by the United States?
The United States imported plastic-faced wallpaper worth $72.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 203 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic-faced wallpaper to the United States?
The United Kingdom was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($28.2 million), followed by China (17%) and Italy (7%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 206% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic-faced wallpaper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.92 per kg in 2024, 350% above the world average of $4.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic-faced wallpaper to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $35.3 million in 2017 to $72.3 million in 2024, an increase of 105%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $52.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export plastic-faced wallpaper?
Yes. The United States exported $35.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $37.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic-faced wallpaper?
The HS code for plastic-faced wallpaper is subheading 4814.20. 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 4814 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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