Transfer paper and stencil paper exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported transfer paper and stencil paper worth $11.6 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 106 countries. That is 16% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $25.1 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 | $11.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 810 t |
| 2022 | $13.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $15.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $15.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $18.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $25.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $25.0M | 2.9K t |
Where the United States exports transfer paper and stencil paper to
Most of it went to Mexico (25%), Jamaica (19%), Canada (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.9M | 25% |
| Jamaica | $2.2M | 19% |
| Canada | $2.1M | 18% |
| China | $745K | 6.4% |
| Costa Rica | $350K | 3% |
| Italy | $253K | 2.2% |
| France | $208K | 1.8% |
| Sweden | $182K | 1.6% |
| Guatemala | $171K | 1.5% |
| Singapore | $146K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.87 per kg, 290% above the world average of $2.02. 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.
Transfer paper and stencil paper imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported transfer paper and stencil paper worth $10.4 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 207 countries. Most of the value came from South Korea (25%), Japan (24%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $2.6M | 25% |
| Japan | $2.5M | 24% |
| China | $1.7M | 17% |
| Peru | $1.4M | 14% |
| Mexico | $407K | 3.9% |
| Bahamas | $366K | 3.5% |
| Canada | $318K | 3.1% |
| Malaysia | $255K | 2.5% |
| India | $246K | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $110K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States transfer paper and stencil paper exports (HS 4816.90): 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 4816.90: Paper: carbon paper and other copying or transfer papers (other than those of heading no. 4809), n.e.c. in item no. 4816.20.
Common questions
What is the value of transfer paper and stencil paper exported by the United States?
The United States exported transfer paper and stencil paper worth $11.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 106 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries buy transfer paper and stencil paper from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 25% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by Jamaica (19%) and Canada (18%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 107 buyer countries in total. Jamaica grew fastest among the top ten, up 303% on the year.
What is the average export price of transfer paper and stencil paper per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.87 per kg in 2024, 290% above the world average of $2.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of transfer paper and stencil paper from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $25.0 million in 2017 to $11.6 million in 2024, a fall of 54%. The peak was 2018 at $25.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.8 million a year.
Does the United States also import transfer paper and stencil paper?
Yes. The United States imported $10.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, Japan and China. That compares with exports of $11.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for transfer paper and stencil paper?
The HS code for transfer paper and stencil paper is subheading 4816.90. 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 4816 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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