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Ecuador: Wrapping Papers Market 2025

Wrapping Papers Market Size in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian wrapping papers market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Wrapping papers consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Wrapping Papers Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2021, wrapping papers exports from Ecuador soared to X tons, rising by 15% on 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 28% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, wrapping papers exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, showed a perceptible reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 29% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Colombia (X tons) was the main destination for wrapping papers exports from Ecuador, accounting for a 57% share of total exports. Moreover, wrapping papers exports to Colombia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Panama (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Colombia totaled +4.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Panama (+31.3% per year) and Peru (-14.5% per year).

In value terms, Colombia ($X), Panama ($X) and Peru ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for wrapping papers exported from Ecuador worldwide, with a combined 99% share of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Panama, with a CAGR of +34.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average wrapping papers export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 7.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced downturn. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Peru ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Colombia ($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 Peru (+5.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Wrapping Papers Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2021, overseas purchases of wrapping paper, packaging paper and paperboard increased by 88% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, total imports indicated a temperate increase from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, wrapping papers imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Colombia (X tons), Spain (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) were the main suppliers of wrapping papers imports to Ecuador, with a combined 89% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +76.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest wrapping papers suppliers to Ecuador were Colombia ($X), Spain ($X) and China ($X), together comprising 84% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of +53.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average wrapping papers import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -5.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a mild downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price increased by 11% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices remained 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 ($X per ton), while the price for Sweden ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+7.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for wrapping paper, packaging paper and paperboard in the world?

China remains the largest wrapping papers consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 39% of total volume. Moreover, wrapping papers consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fivefold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.1% share.

What are the largest producers of wrapping paper, packaging paper and paperboard in the world?

China remains the largest wrapping papers producing country worldwide, accounting for 37% of total volume. Moreover, wrapping papers production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Sweden, with a 5.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of wrapping paper, packaging paper and paperboard to Ecuador?

In value terms, Colombia, Spain and Finland were the largest wrapping papers suppliers to Ecuador, together accounting for 83% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of wrapping paper, packaging paper and paperboard from Ecuador?

In value terms, Colombia and Peru were the largest markets for wrapping papers exported from Ecuador worldwide.

What is the average export price for wrapping paper, packaging paper and paperboard in Ecuador?

In 2021, the average wrapping papers export price amounted to $673 per ton, waning by -14% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for wrapping paper, packaging paper and paperboard in Ecuador?

The average wrapping papers import price stood at $874 per ton in 2021, reducing by -7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wrapping papers market in Ecuador. 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 1621 - Wrapping papers

Country coverage:

Ecuador

Data coverage:

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