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China - Cartons, Boxes And Cases Of Corrugated Paper Or Paperboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Jan 27, 2023

Corrugated Paper Box Price in China Hits New Record of $4,260 per Ton

China Corrugated Paper Box Export Price in September 2022

In September 2022, the corrugated paper box price amounted to $4,260 per ton (FOB, China), increasing by 3.8% against the previous month. Over the last eight-month period, it increased at an average monthly rate of +4.3%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in April 2022 when the average export price increased by 20% m-o-m. The export price peaked in September 2022.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($10,424 per ton), while the average price for exports to Bangladesh ($2,196 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malaysia (+14.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

China Corrugated Paper Box Exports

In September 2022, exports of cartons, boxes and cases of corrugated paper or paperboard from China contracted to 41K tons, approximately reflecting August 2022 figures. Over the period under review, exports saw a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 with an increase of 45% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at 55K tons in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to September 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, corrugated paper box exports amounted to $174M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in March 2022 when exports increased by 65% month-to-month. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at 183K tons in April 2022; however, from May 2022 to September 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

China Corrugated Paper Box Exports by Country

The United States (6.5K tons), Hong Kong SAR (5.9K tons) and Vietnam (3.5K tons) were the main destinations of corrugated paper box exports from China, together comprising 39% of total exports. Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, Japan, Cambodia, Canada, Taiwan (Chinese), Malaysia and Bangladesh lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the biggest increases were in the Philippines (with a CAGR of +1.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the United States ($30M) remains the key foreign market for corrugated paper box exports from China, comprising 17% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Australia ($14M), with an 8.1% share of total exports. It was followed by Hong Kong SAR, with a 7.6% share.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly growth rate of value to the United States was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average monthly rates of exports growth: Australia (+2.6% per month) and Hong Kong SAR (+1.8% per month).

Corrugated Paper Box Market Overview

In recent years, the corrugated paper box market in China has been growing rapidly, thanks to the country's booming e-commerce industry. A large number of online retailers have turned to corrugated paper boxes as a packaging solution for their products, due to its cost-effectiveness and durability.

The rising disposable incomes of consumers and the growing awareness about environmental sustainability are also some of the key factors fuelling the growth of the corrugated paper box market in China. However, the fluctuating prices of raw materials are expected to restraint market growth to a certain extent over the forecast period.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the corrugated paper box market in China. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 17211300 - Cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in China
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023

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