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Belarus: Market for Coated Printing and Writing Papers 2025

Market Size for Coated Printing and Writing Papers in Belarus

In 2021, the Belarusian market for coated printing and writing papers was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a pronounced downturn. Coated printing and writing paper consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Coated Printing and Writing Papers

Exports from Belarus

In 2021, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of coated printing and writing papers, when their volume decreased by -9.9% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 270% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, coated printing and writing paper exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports faced a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 126% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Russia (X tons) was the main destination for coated printing and writing paper exports from Belarus, with a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by the United States (X tons), with a 1.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Russia totaled +14.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (0.0% per year) and Armenia (-82.9% per year).

In value terms, Russia ($X) remains the key foreign market for coated printing and writing papers exports from Belarus, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 3.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Russia amounted to -13.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (0.0% per year) and Armenia (-75.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average export price for coated printing and writing papers amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 63% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a sharp setback. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Armenia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Armenia (+41.1%).

Imports of Coated Printing and Writing Papers

Imports into Belarus

In 2021, supplies from abroad of coated printing and writing papers was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a mild decline. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, coated printing and writing paper imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable contraction. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Russia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of coated printing and writing paper to Belarus, with a 46% share of total imports. Moreover, coated printing and writing paper imports from Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Austria (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by Germany (X tons), with a 9.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Russia totaled +22.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Austria (+9.0% per year) and Germany (-9.1% per year).

In value terms, Russia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of coated printing and writing papers to Belarus, comprising 46% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Austria ($X), with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Russia totaled +12.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Austria (+4.8% per year) and Germany (-10.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average import price for coated printing and writing papers amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 16% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a noticeable decrease. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per ton), while the price for Austria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+3.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for coated printing and writing papers in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of coated printing and writing paper consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and Japan, together accounting for 42% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of coated printing and writing papers in the world?

The country with the largest volume of coated printing and writing paper production was China, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, coated printing and writing paper production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 9.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of coated printing and writing papers to Belarus?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of coated printing and writing paper to Belarus, comprising 41% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Finland, with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 15% share.

What are the leading importers of coated printing and writing papers from Belarus?

In value terms, Russia remains the key foreign market for coated printing and writing paper exports from Belarus.

What is the average export price for coated printing and writing papers in Belarus?

In 2020, the average export price for coated printing and writing papers amounted to $1,574 per ton, declining by -6.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for coated printing and writing papers in Belarus?

In 2020, the average import price for coated printing and writing papers amounted to $891 per ton, shrinking by -5.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for coated printing and writing paper in Belarus. 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 1616 - Printing and writing papers, coated

Country coverage:

Belarus

Data coverage:

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

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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. 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. 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. 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. 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
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024