HS Code:
The category 'Other kraft paper and paperboard weighing more than 150 g/m² but less than 225 g/m²' (HS Code: 480459) includes kraft paper and paperboard that fall within the specified weight range and are not classified under other specific subcategories of kraft paper. Kraft paper is known for its strength and durability, often used in packaging, industrial applications, and as a base material for corrugated boxes. This category typically includes products used for medium-duty packaging and wrapping, balancing strength with flexibility. Global trade in this category is influenced by demand in industries such as e-commerce, manufacturing, and logistics, as well as sustainability trends favoring recyclable and biodegradable materials.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $1.2 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database and International Trade Centre (ITC)
$250 million USD
20.8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$200 million USD
16.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$180 million USD
15.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$150 million USD
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$120 million USD
10.0% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing economies to protect domestic industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU internal trade or USMCA)
Rising demand for sustainable packaging solutions
Increased trade volume as kraft paper is favored for its recyclability and eco-friendly properties, especially in e-commerce and retail sectors.
2021-2023
Fluctuations in raw material costs
Pulp price volatility affects production costs, influencing export prices and trade competitiveness, particularly for European exporters.
2022
Growth in e-commerce logistics
Higher demand for medium-weight kraft paper for protective packaging, driving imports in regions with booming online retail markets like Asia-Pacific.
2020-2023
The European Union's Green Deal has introduced stricter regulations on packaging materials, promoting the use of sustainable options like kraft paper. This has led to increased intra-EU trade and exports to neighboring regions.
January 2023
Positive for EU exporters like Sweden and Finland, with a projected 5-7% growth in trade volume for this category.
The United States revised tariffs on certain paper products, including kraft paper, to address trade imbalances with specific countries, imposing temporary anti-dumping duties.
March 2023
Potential reduction in imports from targeted countries, redirecting demand to domestic producers or alternative suppliers like Canada.
Rapid growth in e-commerce across Asia-Pacific has spiked demand for kraft paper in packaging, prompting increased imports from major producers like Sweden and the US.
June 2023
Significant growth opportunity for exporters, with trade volume to the region expected to rise by 10% annually through 2025.