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Brazil: Folding Boxboard Market 2025

Folding Boxboard Market Size in Brazil

The Brazilian folding boxboard market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Folding Boxboard Production in Brazil

In value terms, folding boxboard production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 28%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Folding Boxboard Exports

Exports from Brazil

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of folding boxboard decreased by -34.9% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports showed a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, folding boxboard exports contracted dramatically to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a perceptible slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 9.5% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons), Colombia (X tons) and Argentina (X tons) were the main destinations of folding boxboard exports from Brazil, together accounting for 43% of total exports. These countries were followed by Paraguay, Mexico, the United States, South Africa, India, Chile, Peru, Ecuador and the Dominican Republic, which together accounted for a further 45%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by India (with a CAGR of +33.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Colombia ($X), Argentina ($X) and China ($X) constituted the largest markets for folding boxboard exported from Brazil worldwide, with a combined 41% share of total exports. These countries were followed by the United States, Paraguay, Chile, Mexico, Ecuador, South Africa, Peru, the Dominican Republic and India, which together accounted for a further 48%.

India, with a CAGR of +31.9%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average folding boxboard export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 19% against the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.7%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 25%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to India ($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 the United States (+15.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Folding Boxboard Imports

Imports into Brazil

In 2021, approx. X tons of folding boxboard were imported into Brazil; jumping by 24% against 2020 figures. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, folding boxboard imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Finland (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Chile (X tons) were the main suppliers of folding boxboard imports to Brazil, together accounting for 42% of total imports. Paraguay, the United States, Sweden, Italy, China, Spain and Switzerland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 48%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +52.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), Germany ($X) and China ($X) constituted the largest folding boxboard suppliers to Brazil, with a combined 38% share of total imports. Finland, Chile, Paraguay, Sweden, Italy, Spain and Switzerland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 43%.

Among the main suppliers, Paraguay, with a CAGR of +52.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average folding boxboard import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 3.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a noticeable curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Switzerland (+10.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of folding boxboard consumption was China, comprising approx. 29% of total volume. Moreover, folding boxboard consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. Indonesia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of folding boxboard production, accounting for 30% of total volume. Moreover, folding boxboard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Sweden ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.7% share.
In value terms, the largest folding boxboard suppliers to Brazil were the United States, Germany and China, together accounting for 38% of total imports. These countries were followed by Finland, Chile, Paraguay, Sweden, Italy and Spain, which together accounted for a further 43%.
In value terms, Colombia, Argentina and the United States appeared to be the largest markets for folding boxboard exported from Brazil worldwide, with a combined 48% share of total exports. Paraguay, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico, South Africa and Peru lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 38%.
In 2021, the average folding boxboard export price amounted to $2,058 per ton, increasing by 33% against the previous year.
The average folding boxboard import price stood at $1,349 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 5.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the folding boxboard market in Brazil. 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 1618 - Cartonboard

Country coverage:

  • Brazil

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Brazil
  • 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
    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

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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
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  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 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    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 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
  12. 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

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