China Paper and paperboard (HS 480591) Imports by Country

Monthly · USD · Source: GACC · Data through 2026-09

YTD imports$123.6M2026 Jan–Sep · -20.6% YoY vs 2025-01 to 2025-09
Latest imports$19.9MSeptember 2026 · +46.4% YoY vs 2025-09 to 2025-09
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Monthly Import Trend

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Annual Totals

YearImport value
2026 Jan–Sep$123.6M
2025 · Full year$201.3M
2024 · Full year$186.8M
2023 · Full year$159.2M
2022 · Full year$223M
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YearImport value
2021 · Full year$304M

Fast-growing import suppliers

Jan–Sep 2026 vs Jan–Sep 2025 · USD

  • France Imports $5.3M Increase +$2.5M YoY +91%

Latest month · up to 5 countries

September 2026 · USD

Partner Value Share
Japan $8.8M 44.3%
South Korea $2.7M 13.5%
Russia $2M 9.8%
Sweden $1.6M 8.0%
Malaysia $1.4M 7.1%

Same countries · period totals

2021-01 to 2026-09 · USD

Partner Value Share
Japan $421.1M 35.2%
South Korea $54.9M 4.6%
Russia $160.3M 13.4%
Sweden $44.3M 3.7%
Malaysia $40.4M 3.4%

HS8 customs codes under 480591

China customs reports HS 480591 at the 8-digit level. 3 subheadings are published under it. Select an HS8 subcode to check supported import coverage, samples and your one-time price, then buy online. For unsupported scopes or custom research, ask for optional custom help.

48059110Uncoated paper for electrolytic capacitor, weighing≤150g/m2, nes

Uncoated paper specifically manufactured for use in electrolytic capacitors, distinguished from general graphic or packaging grades by its specialized electrical function.

48059120Decorative base paper, weighing≤150g/m2

Base paper intended for decorative surface applications, serving as the foundational layer for laminates or finishes rather than standard printing or writing uses.

48059190Other uncoated paper/paperboard, weighing≤150g/m2, nes

Uncoated paper and paperboard for general applications not specified elsewhere, encompassing standard stationery, printing, and lightweight packaging materials without specialized…

Free sample data

Sample: Sweden · 2021.

HS 480591 · China imports

Latest 5 of 12 historical sample rows
monthvalue_usdhs_codeyearflowpartner_codecountry_name
2021-12382,0024805912021import330Sweden
2021-11769,2154805912021import330Sweden
2021-1093,7844805912021import330Sweden
2021-09380,6964805912021import330Sweden
2021-08444,5574805912021import330Sweden
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2021 sample CSV fields, newest first
monthvalue_usdhs_codeyearflowpartner_codecountry_name
2021-12382,0024805912021import330Sweden
2021-11769,2154805912021import330Sweden
2021-1093,7844805912021import330Sweden
2021-09380,6964805912021import330Sweden
2021-08444,5574805912021import330Sweden
2021-07135,1724805912021import330Sweden
2021-06260,8414805912021import330Sweden
2021-05490,7834805912021import330Sweden
2021-04170,9824805912021import330Sweden
2021-03455,0594805912021import330Sweden
2021-0280,9494805912021import330Sweden
2021-01263,4544805912021import330Sweden

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About this data

How much paper and paperboard does China import?

China imported $123.6M of paper and paperboard (HS 480591) during January–September 2026. In September 2026 alone, China imported $19.9M of paper and paperboard, up 46.4% from September 2025. Uncoated paper and paperboard weighing 150 grams per square meter or less, typically utilized for standard graphic printing, office stationery, or lightweight packaging applications. The page covers January 2021 to September 2026. Values are in US dollars, from the China General Administration of Customs (GACC).

Which countries supply the most paper and paperboard to China?

In September 2026, Japan, South Korea, Russia were among the leading suppliers shown, together accounting for 67.7% of that month's trade value. These are monthly figures, not a full-year ranking.

Are China's paper and paperboard imports growing?

China's paper and paperboard imports were down 20.6% from January–September 2025, reaching $123.6M during January–September 2026.

Can I download monthly paper and paperboard import data?

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Source: China General Administration of Customs (GACC), cleaned and structured by China Data Portal.

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