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Global Folding Boxboard Market 2024

Folding Boxboard Market Size

The global folding boxboard market totaled $X in 2021, with an increase of 3.1% against the previous year. In general, consumption showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the global market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Folding Boxboard Production

In value terms, folding boxboard production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 12% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, global production growth remained at a lower figure.

Folding Boxboard Exports

Exports

Global folding boxboard exports rose markedly to X tons in 2021, growing by 8.3% on the previous year's figure. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, folding boxboard exports soared to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the five major exporters of folding boxboard, namely Sweden, Finland, Germany, the United States and China, represented more than half of total export. India (X tons), Belgium (X tons), South Korea (X tons), Italy (X tons), Canada (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Chile (X tons) and France (X tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +36.9%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest folding boxboard supplying countries worldwide were Sweden ($X), Finland ($X) and Germany ($X), with a combined 37% share of global exports. These countries were followed by the United States, China, Italy, Belgium, the Netherlands, Canada, South Korea, France, India and Chile, which together accounted for a further 37%.

India, with a CAGR of +32.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average folding boxboard export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 7.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a mild slump. The global export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+1.4%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Folding Boxboard Imports

Imports

Global folding boxboard imports rose remarkably to X tons in 2021, increasing by 8.4% compared with the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, folding boxboard imports soared to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the twelve major importers of folding boxboard, namely Germany, the United States, China, Turkey, Poland, France, Italy, Vietnam, Russia, Belgium, the UK and Canada, represented more than half of total import. Mexico (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Vietnam (with a CAGR of +11.0%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X), the United States ($X) and China ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 19% of global imports. These countries were followed by Poland, France, Italy, Turkey, Russia, the UK, Vietnam, Belgium, Mexico and Canada, which together accounted for a further 34%.

Vietnam, with a CAGR of +10.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average folding boxboard import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Global import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in the UK ($X per ton) and the United States ($X per ton), while Turkey ($X per ton) and China ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+2.9%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of folding boxboard consumption, 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 remains the largest folding boxboard producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, folding boxboard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Sweden, with a 6.7% share.
In value terms, Sweden, Finland and Germany were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, with a combined 38% share of global exports. These countries were followed by the United States, China, Italy, Belgium, the Netherlands, Canada, South Korea, France, India and Chile, which together accounted for a further 38%.
In value terms, Germany, the United States and China constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 19% share of global imports. Poland, Italy, France, Russia, the UK, Belgium, Turkey, Canada, Mexico and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.
In 2021, the average folding boxboard export price amounted to $1,192 per ton, with an increase of 5.9% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average folding boxboard import price amounted to $1,234 per ton, growing by 6.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global folding boxboard market. 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:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Fachverband Faltschachtel-Industrie eV, Smurfit Kappa Group, Stora Enso OYJ, Mondi, Holmen AB, Svenska Cellulosa AB, BillerudKorsnäs AB, Metsä Board OYJ, ABC Packaging, Maxipos Packaging, Valco Melton, The London Fancy Box Co., Packon Packaging Co., Kartonpack Nyrt., Essentra Packaging Ireland, Sia Lenek, Kadrovik D.O.O., Besta Pack, Homkey Packaging Co., EMC Industry Co.

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  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam
  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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