Wallpaper base paper imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $7.9 million of wallpaper base paper in 2024 (747 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 169 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 8% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | $7.9M | 747 t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 723 t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 764 t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 673 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 482 t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 740 t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $3.6M | 835 t |
Where the United States imports wallpaper base paper from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (37%), United Kingdom (29%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $2.9M | 37% |
| United Kingdom | $2.2M | 29% |
| Germany | $920K | 12% |
| Turkey | $754K | 9.6% |
| Denmark | $286K | 3.6% |
| Brazil | $263K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $185K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $132K | 1.7% |
| Poland | $41K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $36K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.52 per kg, 370% above the world average of $2.24. 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.
Wallpaper base paper exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported wallpaper base paper worth $716 thousand (268 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Canada (45%), Spain (7%), Brazil (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Chile grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $322K | 45% |
| Spain | $52K | 7.2% |
| Brazil | $42K | 5.8% |
| United Kingdom | $35K | 4.8% |
| Bahamas | $34K | 4.7% |
| Lithuania | $26K | 3.6% |
| Chile | $25K | 3.5% |
| Turks and Caicos Isds | $22K | 3.1% |
| Italy | $16K | 2.3% |
| Aruba | $14K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States wallpaper base paper imports (HS 4802.40): 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 4802.40: Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): wallpaper base, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of wallpaper base paper imported by the United States?
The United States imported wallpaper base paper worth $7.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 747 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 169 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply wallpaper base paper to the United States?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by the United Kingdom (29%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 674% on the year.
What is the average import price of wallpaper base paper per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.52 per kg in 2024, 370% above the world average of $2.24 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of wallpaper base paper to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.6 million in 2017 to $7.9 million in 2024, an increase of 120%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export wallpaper base paper?
Yes. The United States exported $716 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Spain and Brazil. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $7.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for wallpaper base paper?
The HS code for wallpaper base paper is subheading 4802.40. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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