Report: Global share of paper exports by country, 2024


Paper is a versatile product with a wide range of applications, including writing, printing, packaging, and hygiene products. The paper industry is a major contributor to international trade, with several countries playing a significant role in paper exports. In this report, Tendata explores the world’s largest paper exporter, the key players involved, and the latest trends in the global paper trade.

In 2022, the overall global value of exported paper was $210.9 billion, which was a 12.8% increase from 2021 when it was $187 billion. China was responsible for 15% of the global value of paper exports, making it the top paper exporter globally. Germany came in second with a 12% share. In total, the listed top 15 countries shipped about 74.5% of international paper exports in 2022.

Global share of paper exports by country, 2024

Rank Country Paper Exports
1 China US$31.6 billion
2 Germany $25.4 billion
3 United States $16.98 billion
4 Italy $10.1 billion
5 Sweden $9.9 billion
6 Canada $8.5 billion
7 Finland $8 billion
8 France $7.7 billion
9 Poland $7 billion
10 Netherlands $6.5 billion
11 Austria $6.1 billion
12 Belgium $5.67 billion
13 Spain $5.59 billion
14 Indonesia $4.8 billion
15 United Kingdom $3.17 billion
16 India $3.14 billion
17 Portugal $3.08 billion
18 South Korea $2.95 billion
19 Türkiye $2.84 billion
20 Russia $2.82 billion
21 Japan $2.77 billion
22 Brazil $2.69 billion
23 Czech Republic $2.46 billion
24 Mexico $2.28 billion
25 Vietnam $2.21 billion
26 Taiwan $1.64 billion
27 Malaysia $1.55 billion
28 Thailand $1.51 billion
29 Slovakia $1.44 billion
30 Hungary $1.35 billion
31 Switzerland $1.26 billion
32 Singapore $1.05 billion
33 Slovenia $974 million
34 Denmark $933 million
35 Hong Kong $774 million
36 Australia $748 million
37 Serbia $736 million
38 Romania $734 million
39 South Africa $641 million
40 Chile $604 million
41 United Arab Emirates $575 million
42 Greece $575 million
43 Luxembourg $553 million
44 Norway $538 million
45 Laos $490 million
46 Croatia $478 million
47 Lithuania $471 million
48 Egypt $466 million
49 El Salvador $418 million
50 Guatemala $415 million


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