Unbleached kraft sack paper imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported unbleached kraft sack paper worth $134.9 million (113.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 159 countries. Value fell 14% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $180.8 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 | $134.9M | 113.3K t |
| 2023 | $156.8M | 122.5K t |
| 2022 | $180.8M | 140.1K t |
| 2021 | $129.6M | 131.7K t |
| 2020 | $113.9M | 129.6K t |
| 2019 | $124.1M | 128.7K t |
| 2018 | $121.2M | 128.6K t |
| 2017 | $91.2M | 105.5K t |
Where the United States imports unbleached kraft sack paper from
One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 74% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $100.0M | 74% |
| Sweden | $14.4M | 11% |
| Mexico | $9.2M | 6.9% |
| Germany | $5.5M | 4.1% |
| Austria | $3.5M | 2.6% |
| Czech Republic | $1.0M | 0.8% |
| China | $737K | 0.6% |
| Finland | $177K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $173K | 0.1% |
| Estonia | $91K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.19 per kg, 31% above the world average of $0.91. 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.
Unbleached kraft sack paper exports from the United States
Exports of unbleached kraft sack paper by the United States reached $112.2 million in 2024 (119.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 136 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (37%), Canada (23%), Thailand (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+235% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $41.2M | 37% |
| Canada | $26.2M | 23% |
| Thailand | $7.1M | 6.3% |
| Malaysia | $5.4M | 4.8% |
| Indonesia | $3.3M | 2.9% |
| Guatemala | $2.9M | 2.6% |
| Philippines | $2.1M | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $2.1M | 1.9% |
| Lithuania | $1.9M | 1.7% |
| Serbia | $1.7M | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States unbleached kraft sack paper imports (HS 4804.21): 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 4804.21: Kraft paper and paperboard: sack kraft paper, uncoated, unbleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of unbleached kraft sack paper imported by the United States?
The United States imported unbleached kraft sack paper worth $134.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 113.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 159 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply unbleached kraft sack paper to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($100.0 million), followed by Sweden (11%) and Mexico (7%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 370% on the year.
What is the average import price of unbleached kraft sack paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.19 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $0.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of unbleached kraft sack paper to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $91.2 million in 2017 to $134.9 million in 2024, an increase of 48%. The peak was 2022 at $180.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $131.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export unbleached kraft sack paper?
Yes. The United States exported $112.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Thailand. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $22.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for unbleached kraft sack paper?
The HS code for unbleached kraft sack paper is subheading 4804.21. 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 4804 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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