Hong Kong Office Supplies Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Paper Supplies, Writing Supplies, Filing Supplies, Desk Supplies), By Distribution Channel, By End-use, And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2030

Hong Kong Office Supplies Market Trends

The Hong Kong office supplies market size was valued at USD 484.8 million in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 1.8% from 2025 to 2030. Hong Kong is one of the key strategic locations for global industry due to its highly developed economy, close link to Mainland China, modern infrastructure capabilities, and presence of multiple international companies. Considered a major hub for regional and global trade, tourism, and financial sector activities, Hong Kong is likely to generate novel opportunities for the office supplies market.

The presence of multiple corporate offices established by multinational companies to oversee regional business operations and provide strong support to the company’s business in China is likely to develop significant demand for office supplies, including paper and desk supplies. These products range from paper stationery to desk organizers: prepared glues, non-toxic imported inks, sustainable paper, and others.

In recent years, multiple companies have opened newly developed offices in Hong Kong. For instance, in 2024, SCHURTER Global, one of the global manufacturers of electronics and electrical components, moved its Asia Pacific headquarters from Singapore to Hong Kong. In 2025, it opened its new office in Hong Kong to reinforce its commitment to a strategic focus on the regional market.

Hong Kong has been attracting various industries to set up offices, including financial services, state-owned investment funds, global welfare organizations, and others. Its infrastructure excellence, supportive regulatory framework, and business-friendly environment have attracted multiple international organizations. For instance, in 2022, the Public Investment Fund, a sovereign wealth fund of Saudi Arabia, announced opening new subsidiaries and offices in New York, London, and Hong Kong.

To share more examples, in September 2024, PUMA, one of the international sporting goods and consumer products brands, opened its new office in Hong Kong for global sourcing and local commercial teams. Increase in new establishments by multinational companies and rising demand for office supplies that complement the routine operations of the corporate sector are expected to drive the growth of this market from 2025 to 2030.

Product Insights

On the basis of product, the paper supplies segment dominated the Hong Kong office supplies market with a revenue share of 34.1% in 2024. This is attributed to the extensive use of printing papers, notebooks, notepads, and other paper supplies across corporate offices. The availability of products made from sustainable paper also complements the segment's growth. In addition, significant use of paper supplies in legal offices and government agencies also contributes to the growth experienced by this segment.

The writing supplies segment is projected to grow over forecast period. This growth is mainly driven by the increasing demand for non-toxic ink based markers and growing adoption of writing supplies developed from eco-friendly materials. In addition, products linked with circular economy principles of reuse, reduce and recycle, are also increasingly preferred by various buyers to support sustainability strategies of organization.

Distribution Channel Insights

The offline distribution segment accounted for the largest market share of the Hong Kong office supplies industry in 2024. This growth is mainly influenced by the effective distribution of wide product ranges through local vendors and shopping centers established by offline retail enterprises. In addition, supply contracts among approved vendors and organizations also contribute to the growth experienced by this segment. Brands invest heavily in developing vast offline distribution networks to ensure improved brand visibility and engagement.

The online distribution segment is anticipated to experience growth during the forecast period. Advancements in the electronics industry in China and Taiwan drive the growing availability of smartphones and other modern technology-powered devices in Hong Kong. Increasing market penetration of e-commerce websites and the focus of multiple key players on improving their digital footprint by providing online shopping portals are also anticipated to drive the growth of this segment.

End Use Insights

The educational institutions segment held largest revenue share of this market in 2024. It is also expected to experience growth over forecast period owing to widespread use of paper supplies and writing supplies. Strong support from local authorities to attract more international students to Hong Kong is expected to support the growth of this segment. Advancements in technology have significantly increased the use of smartphone devices in Hong Kong; however, demand for notebooks, writing supplies, and other related products is expected to experience growth over the forecast period.

The corporate segment is projected to experience growth over forecast period. This growth is attributed to factors such as the presence of numerous corporate offices and regional headquarters in Hong Kong. For instance, in 2024, Nishimura & Asahi, one of the Japanese law firms with a large number of associated lawyers, established its presence in Hong Kong. Such developments are expected to drive growth of this segment over the forecast period.

Key Hong Kong Office Supplies Company Insights

Competition in the Hong Kong office supplies market is increasing with the entry of numerous global companies operating in the office stationery and office supplies industry. To address the changing requirements of modern industry and corporate sectors, multiple companies are adopting strategies such as effective online distribution, collaborations and partnerships, new design developments, and more.

Some of the key market participants in the Hong Kong office supplies market are 3M, KOKUYO Co., Ltd., BIC, and others. Major companies in this market commonly adopt strategies such as association with corporate buyers, collaboration, and partnerships.

• KOKUYO Co., Ltd. specializes in manufacturing and distributing various office stationery and supplies, including markers, paper, writing, and desk supplies. It operates across multiple regions and provides an extensive portfolio of numerous products, including paper, copy papers, pens, inkjets, tapes, adhesives, desk accessories, and more.

• ACCO Brands designs, manufactures, and distributes a variety of products for the education and corporate industries. It operates numerous brands that develop specialized products, such as Celco, Columbia, ConTact, GBC, Rexel, Seal, and others. Its products include multiple categories, such as machines, office supplies, writing accessories, and others.

Hong Kong Office Supplies Market Report Scope

Hong Kong Office Supplies Market Report Segmentation

This report forecasts revenue growth at country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2030. For the purpose of this study, Grand View Research has segmented the Hong Kong office supplies market report on the basis of product, distribution channel, and end use:

• Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

  • Paper Supplies

    • Notebooks and Notepads

    • Printing Paper

    • Others

  • Writing Supplies

    • Pens & Pencils

    • Highlighters & Markers

    • Others

  • Filling Supplies

    • File Folders

    • Envelopes

    • Others

  • Desk Supplies

    • Desk & Drawer Organizer

    • Paperweights & Stamp Pads

    • Others

  • Binding Supplies

  • Others

• Distribution Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

  • Offline

  • Online

• End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

  • Corporate

  • Educational Institutes

  • Hospitals

  • Hotels

  • Others