U.S. - Uncoated Kraft Liner - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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U.S. - Uncoated Kraft Liner - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Uncoated Kraft Liner Prices in the United States

U.S. Uncoated Kraft Liner Export Price per Ton in August 2022

In August 2022, the uncoated kraft liner price per ton stood at $841.7 (FOB, US), picking up by 1.6% against the previous month. Over the last seven-month period, it increased at an average monthly rate of +1.1%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in June 2022 an increase of 2.8% against the previous month. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $842.1 per ton. From July 2022 to August 2022, the the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In August 2022, the countries with the highest prices were Peru ($976.0 per ton) and Costa Rica ($961.0 per ton), while the average price for exports to Italy ($724.0 per ton) and Spain ($725.0 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Korea (+4.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

U.S. Uncoated Kraft Liner Export Prices by Type

Average prices varied noticeably for the major types of exported product. In August 2022, the product with the highest price was kraftliner, uncoated, in rolls of a width > 36 cm ($978.8 per ton), while the average price for exports of unbleached kraftliner, uncoated, in rolls of a width > 36 cm totaled $831.8 per ton.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for the following types: kraft paper and paperboard; kraftliner, uncoated, unbleached, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803 (+1.2%).

U.S. Uncoated Kraft Liner Exports

In August 2022, shipments abroad of uncoated kraft liner increased by 3.1% to 332K tons, rising for the second consecutive month after three months of decline. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 with an increase of 23% against the previous month. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 366K tons. From April 2022 to August 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, uncoated kraft liner exports rose slightly to $279M (IndexBox estimates) in August 2022. The total export value increased at an average monthly rate of +1.2% from January 2022 to August 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 when exports increased by 23% month-to-month. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $291M. From April 2022 to August 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

U.S. Uncoated Kraft Liner Exports by Type

unbleached kraftliner, uncoated, in rolls of a width > 36 cm (309K tons) was the largest type of uncoated kraft liner exported from the United States, accounting for a 93% share of total exports. Moreover, unbleached kraftliner, uncoated, in rolls of a width > 36 cm exceeded the volume of the second product type, kraftliner, uncoated, in rolls of a width > 36 cm (22K tons), more than tenfold.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly growth rate of the volume of export of unbleached kraftliner, uncoated, in rolls of a width > 36 cm was relatively modest.

In value terms, unbleached kraftliner, uncoated, in rolls of a width > 36 cm ($257M) remains the largest type of uncoated kraft liner exported from the United States, comprising 92% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by kraftliner, uncoated, in rolls of a width > 36 cm ($22M), with a 7.9% share of total exports.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the export volume of unbleached kraftliner, uncoated, in rolls of a width > 36 cm amounted to +1.6%.

U.S. Uncoated Kraft Liner Exports by Country

Mexico (60K tons), China (45K tons) and Canada (35K tons) were the main destinations of uncoated kraft liner exports from the United States, together accounting for 42% of total exports. Guatemala, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Italy, Honduras, Chile, Turkey, South Korea, Colombia, Peru and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 42%.

From January 2022 to August 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by South Korea (with a CAGR of +15.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for uncoated kraft liner exported from the United States were Mexico ($52M), China ($33M) and Canada ($32M), together comprising 42% of total exports. These countries were followed by Guatemala, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Italy, Honduras, Chile, Peru, Turkey, Colombia, South Korea and Spain, which together accounted for a further 43%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, South Korea, with a CAGR of +21.3%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the uncoated kraft liner 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 17123100 - Uncoated, unbleached kraftliner in rolls or sheets (excluding for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, punch card stock and punch card tape paper)
  • Prodcom 17123200 - Uncoated kraftliner in rolls or sheets (excluding unbleached, f or writing, printing or other graphic purposes, punch card stock and punch card tape paper

Country coverage:

  • United States

Data coverage:

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

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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  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

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    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

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    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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