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Canada: Market for Printing and Writing Paper 2024

Market Size for Printing and Writing Paper in Canada

The Canadian printing and writing paper market reduced notably to less than $X in 2022, shrinking by 99.9% against the previous year. In general, consumption saw a deep slump. Printing and writing paper consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Printing and Writing Paper in Canada

In value terms, printing and writing paper production dropped rapidly to less than $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a pronounced setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 24%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Printing and Writing Paper

Exports from Canada

In 2022, shipments abroad of printing and writing paper increased by 5.3% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, saw a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 6.5%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, printing and writing paper exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, saw a slight decline. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for printing and writing paper exports from Canada, with a 92% share of total exports. It was followed by Germany (X tons), with a 2.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States stood at -2.7%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for printing and writing paper exports from Canada, comprising 93% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a 2.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States amounted to -1.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average printing and writing paper export price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 22% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.0%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Germany stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Germany (+7.3%).

Imports of Printing and Writing Paper

Imports into Canada

In 2022, purchases abroad of printing and writing paper increased by 22% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, recorded a perceptible downturn. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, printing and writing paper imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, recorded a perceptible curtailment. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of printing and writing paper to Canada, accounting for a 53% share of total imports. Moreover, printing and writing paper imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), threefold. Indonesia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 9.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States totaled -8.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+6.2% per year) and Indonesia (+5.6% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of printing and writing paper to Canada, comprising 54% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Indonesia, with a 7.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States totaled -6.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+10.5% per year) and Indonesia (+8.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average printing and writing paper import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.5%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Italy ($X per ton) and Spain ($X per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($X per ton) and Finland ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+4.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

The country with the largest volume of printing and writing paper consumption was China, comprising approx. 36% of total volume. Moreover, printing and writing paper consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Japan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.4% share.

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

China remains the largest printing and writing paper producing country worldwide, accounting for 36% of total volume. Moreover, printing and writing paper production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. Japan ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of printing and writing paper to Canada?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of printing and writing paper to Canada, comprising 68% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 5.5% share of total imports. It was followed by Indonesia, with a 5.5% share.

What are the leading importers of printing and writing paper from Canada?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for printing and writing paper exports from Canada, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 1.6% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for printing and writing paper in Canada?

The average printing and writing paper export price stood at $825 per ton in 2021, increasing by 2.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for printing and writing paper in Canada?

In 2021, the average printing and writing paper import price amounted to $1,280 per ton, with an increase of 9.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for printing and writing paper in Canada. 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 1612 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, mechanical
FCL 1615 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, wood free
FCL 1616 - Printing and writing papers, coated

Country coverage:

Canada

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Canada
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 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
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