Small goods (fibre or paperboard) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $22.1 million of small goods (fibre or paperboard) in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 203 countries for imports of this product. That is 14% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $31.3 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 | $22.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $25.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $31.0M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $17.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $14.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $31.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $19.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $18.3M | 1.0K t |
Where the United States imports small goods (fibre or paperboard) from
The largest suppliers were China (38%), Mexico (21%), India (10%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+219% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.4M | 38% |
| Mexico | $4.6M | 21% |
| India | $2.3M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 8.8% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 5.8% |
| Taiwan | $994K | 4.5% |
| Spain | $309K | 1.4% |
| South Korea | $261K | 1.2% |
| Canada | $256K | 1.2% |
| Denmark | $232K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.01 per kg, 86% above the world average of $10.23. 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.
Small goods (fibre or paperboard) exports from the United States
The United States exported $9.9 million of small goods (fibre or paperboard) in 2024 (517 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 160 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Taiwan (16%), Mexico (11%), Canada (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Costa Rica grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $1.6M | 16% |
| Mexico | $1.1M | 11% |
| Canada | $942K | 9.5% |
| Costa Rica | $894K | 9% |
| Netherlands | $513K | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $397K | 4% |
| Chile | $384K | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $322K | 3.3% |
| Qatar | $283K | 2.9% |
| Singapore | $259K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States small goods (fibre or paperboard) imports (HS 4202.39): 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 4202.39: Cases and containers: of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, of vulcanised fibre or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper.
Common questions
What is the value of small goods (fibre or paperboard) imported by the United States?
The United States imported small goods (fibre or paperboard) worth $22.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 203 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply small goods (fibre or paperboard) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($8.4 million), followed by Mexico (21%) and India (10%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 219% on the year.
What is the average import price of small goods (fibre or paperboard) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.01 per kg in 2024, 86% above the world average of $10.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of small goods (fibre or paperboard) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.3 million in 2017 to $22.1 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. The peak was 2019 at $31.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export small goods (fibre or paperboard)?
Yes. The United States exported $9.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Taiwan, Mexico and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $12.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for small goods (fibre or paperboard)?
The HS code for small goods (fibre or paperboard) is subheading 4202.39. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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