HS Code:
Standard newsprint paper, classified under HS Code 4801, refers to uncoated paper of a kind used for the printing of newspapers, typically made from mechanical pulp or recycled fibers. It is characterized by its lightweight, low cost, and suitability for high-speed printing presses. This category is crucial for the publishing industry, though demand has been shifting due to digital media growth. Global trade in newsprint paper is influenced by regional production capacities, environmental regulations, and recycling initiatives.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $5.2 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database & International Trade Centre (ITC)
$1.1 billion USD
21.2% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
$800 million USD
15.4% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$750 million USD
14.4% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$600 million USD
11.5% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
$450 million USD
8.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.3% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU internal trade or USMCA)
Decline in demand due to digital media
Reduced trade volumes in traditional markets like North America and Europe as newspaper circulation decreases
2018-2022
Shift to recycled newsprint
Increased trade in recycled paper products due to environmental policies and consumer preference for sustainable materials
2020-2022
Rising production costs
Higher energy and raw material costs have led to price increases, affecting export competitiveness in some regions
2021-2022
The United States lifted anti-dumping and countervailing duties on Canadian newsprint imports following a ruling by the US International Trade Commission.
August 2021
Improved trade relations and reduced costs for US publishers, stabilizing Canadian export volumes
The European Union's Green Deal introduced stricter regulations on sustainable forestry and recycling, influencing newsprint production standards.
January 2022
Increased compliance costs for exporters to the EU, but potential for higher demand for certified sustainable newsprint
Geopolitical tensions have disrupted Russian newsprint exports due to sanctions and supply chain issues, affecting Eastern European markets.
February 2022 onwards
Shift in supply chains, with other exporters like Finland and Sweden filling gaps in certain markets