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U.S. - Paper And Paperboard (Creped, Crinkled, Embossed Or Perforated) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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U.S. - Paper And Paperboard (Creped, Crinkled, Embossed Or Perforated) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Jul 20, 2023

Import of Paper and Paperboard Surges in May 2023 to $3.6M in the United States

U.S. Paper And Paperboard Imports

In May 2023, approximately 924 tons of paper and paperboard (creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated) were imported into the United States; picking up by 26% compared with the previous month's figure. Overall, imports, however, saw a noticeable decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in April 2023 with an increase of 91% m-o-m.

In value terms, paper and paperboard imports soared to $3.6M (IndexBox estimates) in May 2023. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a slight downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in April 2023 when imports increased by 105% against the previous month.

COUNTRYImport Value of Paper And Paperboard in U.S. (thousand USD)
May 2022Jun 2022Jul 2022Aug 2022Sep 2022Oct 2022Nov 2022Dec 2022Jan 2023Feb 2023Mar 2023Apr 2023May 2023
France2,0911,7624,4821,4712,2632,6401,3382,0822,0103,0163251,1382,680
Canada473480234268230351111378192229103165258
Denmark698578307N/A32014222.9445159128N/A261191
United Kingdom63327825645713.536920320080.03.0208256144
Italy19334817138821927017834018920.115253696.4
China37.98.578.310150.485.325.534.65.929.358.853.674.2
Mexico10861.764.415.392.645.712.64.330.273.616914060.2
South Korea162215216203145N/A409242N/A197103101N/A
Others11837718818216817176.877.722910519743.365.9
Total4,5144,1095,9963,0863,5014,0732,3783,8042,8953,8011,3162,6943,570

Imports by Country

In May 2023, France (715 tons) constituted the largest supplier of paper and paperboard to the United States, accounting for a 77% share of total imports. Moreover, paper and paperboard imports from France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the UK (58 tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Mexico (53 tons), with a 5.7% share.

From May 2022 to May 2023, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of volume from France amounted to +3.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: the UK (-12.7% per month) and Mexico (-8.0% per month).

In value terms, France ($2.7M) constituted the largest supplier of paper and paperboard to the United States, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($258K), with a 7.2% share of total imports. It was followed by Denmark, with a 5.4% share.

From May 2022 to May 2023, the average monthly growth rate of value from France stood at +2.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: Canada (-4.9% per month) and Denmark (-10.2% per month).

Import Prices by Country

In May 2023, the paper and paperboard price amounted to $3,863 per ton (CIF, US), with an increase of 5.6% against the previous month. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in December 2022 an increase of 35% against the previous month. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $4,600 per ton in January 2023; however, from February 2023 to May 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Denmark ($11,876 per ton), while the price for Mexico ($1,141 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From May 2022 to May 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+6.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper and paperboard market in the U.S.. 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 17127200 - Paper and paperboard, creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated
  • Prodcom 171200Z0 - Creped or crinkled sack kraft paper in rolls or sheets, paper and paperboard, creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated
  • Prodcom 17124180 - Creped or crinkled sack kraft paper, creped or crinkled, in rolls or sheets

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    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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