Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) by the United States reached $104.7 million in 2024 (90.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 203 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $229.8 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 | $104.7M | 90.1K t |
| 2023 | $105.6M | 84.2K t |
| 2022 | $229.8M | 184.5K t |
| 2021 | $136.7M | 129.9K t |
| 2020 | $118.2M | 113.2K t |
| 2019 | $152.6M | 132.1K t |
| 2018 | $170.0M | 152.7K t |
| 2017 | $155.6M | 141.8K t |
Where the United States imports printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) from
The largest suppliers were Canada (32%), Germany (14%), India (11%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+91% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $34.0M | 32% |
| Germany | $14.9M | 14% |
| India | $11.6M | 11% |
| Brazil | $11.2M | 11% |
| Thailand | $11.1M | 11% |
| South Korea | $9.5M | 9.1% |
| Portugal | $4.3M | 4.1% |
| Czech Republic | $2.0M | 1.9% |
| Indonesia | $1.5M | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.1M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.16 per kg, close to the world average of $1.25.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) exports from the United States
The United States exported $36.8 million of printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) in 2024 (18.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Canada alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Chile grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $18.9M | 51% |
| Mexico | $9.2M | 25% |
| India | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| Chile | $1.1M | 3.1% |
| Dominican Republic | $863K | 2.3% |
| Hong Kong | $584K | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $558K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $497K | 1.4% |
| Bahamas | $366K | 1% |
| Guatemala | $344K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) imports (HS 4802.57): 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 4802.57: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): printing, writing or graphic, 10% or less by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, weight 40-150g/m2, n.e.c. in item no. 4802.55 or 4802.56.
Common questions
What is the value of printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) imported by the United States?
The United States imported printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) worth $104.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 90.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 203 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($34.0 million), followed by Germany (14%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 91% on the year.
What is the average import price of printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $1.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $155.6 million in 2017 to $104.7 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2022 at $229.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $146.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets)?
Yes. The United States exported $36.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and India. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $67.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets)?
The HS code for printing paper 40-150g/m2 (large sheets) is subheading 4802.57. 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.
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