HS Code:
The category 'In rolls of a width equal to or exceeding 1.0 meter, or in sheets measuring 1.0 meter or greater on any side' (HS Code: 665) typically includes products such as paper, plastic films, textiles, or other materials used in industrial, packaging, or construction applications. These products are traded globally in large quantities due to their widespread use in manufacturing and other sectors. The category is critical for industries requiring bulk materials for production, packaging, or insulation purposes.
Total Trade Volume
USD 12.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12.0% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0.0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market)
Rising demand for sustainable materials
Increased trade in eco-friendly and recyclable rolls and sheets, driving innovation in biodegradable products
2021-2022
Growth in e-commerce packaging needs
Higher demand for large rolls and sheets for protective packaging materials globally
2020-2022
Automation in manufacturing
Increased use of standardized rolls in automated production lines, boosting trade volumes
2019-2022
The European Union introduced a 7.5% tariff on certain rolls and sheets from select Asian countries to combat perceived dumping practices.
March 2023
Potential shift in trade flows as exporters seek alternative markets; possible price increases in the EU.
A new bilateral agreement reduced tariffs on industrial rolls and sheets between the US and China, promoting trade in this category.
January 2023
Expected increase in trade volume between the two countries, benefiting manufacturers and consumers.
Several countries, including Canada and Australia, introduced stricter environmental standards for imported materials in this category.
June 2022
Exporters must adapt to new compliance requirements, potentially increasing production costs but favoring sustainable producers.