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World - Recovered Paper - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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World - Recovered Paper - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Top Import Markets for Recovered Paper

Recovered paper is a crucial raw material for the global paper and packaging industry, playing a vital role in the sustainable production of paper products. The import market for recovered paper is thriving, with several countries emerging as key players in the industry. According to data from the IndexBox market intelligence platform, the following are the world's top-10 countries by import value of recovered paper:

1. India - $1.4 Billion USD in 2023

India is a major importer of recovered paper, with an import value of $1.4 billion USD in 2023. The country's paper industry is growing rapidly, driven by increasing demand for packaging materials and printed products. India's import market for recovered paper is expected to continue to expand in the coming years, presenting lucrative opportunities for international suppliers.

2. Vietnam - $769.6 Million USD in 2023

Vietnam is another key player in the global import market for recovered paper, with an import value of $769.6 million USD in 2023. The country's paper industry is experiencing significant growth, fueled by increasing investments in infrastructure and a growing consumer market. Vietnam's import demand for recovered paper is expected to remain strong in the near future.

3. Germany - $667.0 Million USD in 2023

Germany is a major importer of recovered paper, with an import value of $667.0 million USD in 2023. The country's paper and packaging industry is well-developed, with a strong focus on sustainability and recycling. Germany's import market for recovered paper is highly competitive, with a strong demand for high-quality materials.

4. Thailand - $643.9 Million USD in 2023

Thailand is a prominent player in the global import market for recovered paper, with an import value of $643.9 million USD in 2023. The country's paper industry is expanding rapidly, driven by increasing exports and domestic consumption. Thailand's import demand for recovered paper is expected to grow in the coming years, presenting lucrative opportunities for international suppliers.

5. Indonesia - $629.8 Million USD in 2023

Indonesia is a key importer of recovered paper, with an import value of $629.8 million USD in 2023. The country's paper industry is growing steadily, supported by a strong focus on sustainability and environmental protection. Indonesia's import market for recovered paper is highly competitive, with a strong demand for a wide range of paper grades.

6. Malaysia - $587.2 Million USD in 2023

Malaysia is a significant importer of recovered paper, with an import value of $587.2 million USD in 2023. The country's paper industry is expanding rapidly, driven by increasing demand for packaging materials and printed products. Malaysia's import market for recovered paper is expected to continue to grow in the coming years, presenting lucrative opportunities for international suppliers.

7. Mexico - $488.7 Million USD in 2023

Mexico is a major player in the global import market for recovered paper, with an import value of $488.7 million USD in 2023. The country's paper industry is experiencing significant growth, driven by increasing investments in infrastructure and a growing consumer market. Mexico's import demand for recovered paper is expected to remain strong in the near future.

8. Taiwan (Chinese) - $332.7 Million USD in 2023

Taiwan is a key importer of recovered paper, with an import value of $332.7 million USD in 2023. The country's paper industry is well-developed, with a strong focus on sustainability and recycling. Taiwan's import market for recovered paper is highly competitive, with a strong demand for high-quality materials.

9. Netherlands - $325.5 Million USD in 2023

The Netherlands is a prominent player in the global import market for recovered paper, with an import value of $325.5 million USD in 2023. The country's paper industry is expanding rapidly, driven by increasing exports and domestic consumption. The Netherlandsimport demand for recovered paper is expected to grow in the coming years, presenting lucrative opportunities for international suppliers.

10. South Korea - $306.1 Million USD in 2023

South Korea is a significant importer of recovered paper, with an import value of $306.1 million USD in 2023. The country's paper industry is growing steadily, supported by a strong focus on sustainability and environmental protection. South Korea's import market for recovered paper is highly competitive, with a strong demand for a wide range of paper grades.

Overall, the global import market for recovered paper is thriving, with several countries emerging as key players in the industry. As the demand for sustainable packaging materials and printed products continues to grow, the import market for recovered paper is expected to expand further in the coming years, presenting lucrative opportunities for international suppliers.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global recovered paper market. 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:

  • FCL 1669 - Recovered paper

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Hanna Paper Recycling, Hebei Dafa Paper Co., DS Smith, American Eagle Paper Mills, APC Paper Group, Boise Paper, BPM Inc., Century Paper, Clearwater Paper Corporation, Delta Paper, Domtar Corporation, Donco Recycling Solutions, Erving Industries, Evergreen Packaging LLC, Finch Paper LLC, Georgia-Pacific LLC, Greenpac Mill, Marcal Paper, Midwest Paper Group, PABCO Paper, PaperWorks Industries, Republic Paperboard Company LLC, UP Paper LLC, WestRock Company, White Birch Paper, Guangzhou Paper Group, Hubei Jinzhuang Technology Renewable Resources Co.

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

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 THE 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 EditionPRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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 Export

    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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption, by Country, 2022–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    11. Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Consumption, by Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    6. Market Size and Growth, By Product
    7. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
    8. Exports and Growth, By Product
    9. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
    10. Production Volume and Growth
    11. Exports and Growth
    12. Export Prices and Growth
    13. Market Size and Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports and Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    18. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    19. Production, by Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, by Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    22. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    28. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    32. Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)

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