Paper and paperboard: coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives), bleached, weighing more than 150g/m2, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, 4810 or 4818

In 2024, paper and paperboard: coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives), bleached, weighing more than 150g/m2, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, 4810 or 4818 trade exhibited modest growth, with global flows reaching $3,175,825,948 and a three-year compound annual growth rate of +0.8% (five-year: +0.5%). The all-time peak of $3,363,168,231 was recorded in 2013; the current level is 6% below that high-water mark.

Over the 30-year observation window (1995–2024), 69% of years recorded positive growth, indicating a predominantly expanding market. Trend momentum is steady (+1.3% acceleration).

The supply side is diversified (Herfindahl-Hirschman Index 0.118). The three largest exporters — United States ($620.4M), China ($537.8M), and Finland ($455.2M) — collectively dominate supply flows. The leading exporter has grown at -5.0% over the last three years.

On the demand side, importer concentration is diversified (HHI 0.039). The three largest import markets are United States ($372.1M), Canada ($233.6M), and Japan ($207.7M). The largest importing market sources from 44 different supplying countries.

Estimated substitution elasticity: -21.02. Buyers are highly price-sensitive and can switch between suppliers relatively easily.

The dominant trade corridor is United States → Canada at $174.6M, representing 74.7% of the importer's total demand.

The volatility score for paper and paperboard: coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives), bleached, weighing more than 150g/m2, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, 4810 or 4818 is 3 out of 100, classified as low. Trade flows are relatively stable compared to other HS6 products, suggesting mature supply chains and predictable demand.

For market entrants, modest but steady demand provides a reasonable entry window. The diversified supply landscape means many competitors but also multiple entry points and buyer relationships to target.

Data confidence is rated "High" based on reporting coverage and consistency across OECD member and partner countries.