Tracing paper imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported tracing paper worth $5.3 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 180 countries for imports of this product. That is 7% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $5.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 947 t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 929 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $3.8M | 1.2K t |
Where the United States imports tracing paper from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 77% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.0M | 77% |
| Germany | $907K | 17% |
| Canada | $158K | 3% |
| France | $98K | 1.9% |
| Japan | $26K | 0.5% |
| Vietnam | $8K | 0.2% |
| Mexico | $4K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.1% |
| India | $4K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.06 per kg, close to the world average of $3.67.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tracing paper exports from the United States
Exports of tracing paper by the United States reached $1.1 million in 2024 (243 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 81 countries for exports of this product. Canada alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+651% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $556K | 51% |
| Australia | $92K | 8.4% |
| Mexico | $82K | 7.6% |
| Colombia | $64K | 5.9% |
| Germany | $38K | 3.5% |
| Bahamas | $35K | 3.3% |
| Chile | $26K | 2.4% |
| El Salvador | $22K | 2% |
| Dominican Republic | $17K | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $16K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States tracing paper imports (HS 4806.30): 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 4806.30: Paper: tracing papers, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of tracing paper imported by the United States?
The United States imported tracing paper worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 180 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply tracing paper to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Germany (17%) and Canada (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average import price of tracing paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.06 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $3.67 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tracing paper to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.8 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export tracing paper?
Yes. The United States exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Australia and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for tracing paper?
The HS code for tracing paper is subheading 4806.30. 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 4806 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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