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China: Recovered Paper Market 2025

Recovered Paper Market Size in China

For the third year in a row, the Chinese recovered paper market recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by -3.1% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Recovered paper consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Recovered Paper Production in China

In value terms, recovered paper production shrank slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +7.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by -0.6% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 39%. Recovered paper production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Recovered Paper Exports

Exports from China

In 2022, approx. X tons of recovered paper were exported from China; jumping by 36% against the previous year. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 101% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, recovered paper exports rose significantly to $X in 2022. In general, total exports indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +10.2% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 70%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for recovered paper exports from China, with a 39% share of total exports. Moreover, recovered paper exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Canada (X tons), sevenfold. Slovenia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 5% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States amounted to +52.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Canada (-6.4% per year) and Slovenia (+147.6% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for recovered paper exports from China, comprising 25% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Canada ($X), with a 6% share of total exports. It was followed by Slovenia, with a 4.6% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States stood at +43.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Canada (-7.2% per year) and Slovenia (+133.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average recovered paper export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -21.4% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +7.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, recovered paper export price increased by +43.2% against 2016 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 an increase of 88%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then reduced remarkably in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Kazakhstan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Saudi Arabia (+25.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Recovered Paper Imports

Imports into China

After six years of decline, overseas purchases of recovered paper increased by 6.6% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a significant decline. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, recovered paper imports reached $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a precipitous decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 18%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from No country was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from No country was relatively modest.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for recovered paper in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of recovered paper consumption, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, recovered paper consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. Germany ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.1% share.

What are the largest producers of recovered paper in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Japan, together comprising 51% of global production. These countries were followed by Germany, South Korea, the UK, France, Italy, Brazil, Mexico, Spain and India, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What are the leading suppliers of recovered paper to China?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of recovered paper to China, comprising 66% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Hong Kong SAR, with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Macao SAR, with a 4.3% share.

What are the leading importers of recovered paper from China?

In value terms, Nigeria remains the key foreign market for recovered paper exports from China, comprising 42% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Democratic People's Republic of Korea, with a 13% share of total exports. It was followed by the Philippines, with a 12% share.

What is the average export price for recovered paper in China?

The average recovered paper export price stood at $323 per ton in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

What is the average import price for recovered paper in China?

In 2021, the average recovered paper import price amounted to $125 per ton, falling by -24.5% against the previous year.

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

China

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in China
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
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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