HS Code:
The 'Coated on one side only' category, typically classified under HS Code 4810.13 or related subcategories, refers to paper and paperboard products that are coated on one side with materials such as kaolin, calcium carbonate, or other substances to enhance properties like printability, smoothness, or resistance to moisture. These products are widely used in packaging, labeling, and printing industries, including applications like adhesive labels, release liners, and specialty packaging materials. This category is critical in industries requiring high-quality surface finishes on one side while maintaining cost efficiency on the other.
Total Trade Volume
USD 12.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database & World Trade Organization (WTO) Statistics
USD 3.2 billion
25.6% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 2.1 billion
16.8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 1.8 billion
14.4% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.3 billion
10.4% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 0.9 billion
7.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-USMCA or within ASEAN)
Rising demand for sustainable packaging
Increased use of eco-friendly coatings and recyclable materials, driving innovation in bio-based coatings for one-sided coated papers.
2021-2023
Growth in e-commerce and labeling needs
Higher demand for adhesive-backed, one-side coated papers for labels and packaging solutions, especially in Asia-Pacific markets.
2020-2022
Technological advancements in coating processes
Improved quality and cost-efficiency in production, allowing manufacturers to meet stringent industry standards and expand market share.
2019-2023
The European Union imposed anti-dumping duties ranging from 8-12% on certain coated paper imports from China to protect domestic producers from unfairly priced goods.
March 2023
Potential shift in trade flows, with European buyers possibly turning to alternative suppliers like South Korea or Finland.
Under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, tariff-free access for coated paper products has boosted trade volumes among member countries.
January 2023
Increased exports from the US to Canada and Mexico, strengthening North American supply chains.
Countries like Japan and South Korea are enforcing stricter sustainability certifications for coated paper products, aligning with global environmental goals.
July 2023
Manufacturers are investing in greener production methods, potentially increasing costs but also opening premium market segments.