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Hong Kong SAR, China: Paper Articles Market 2025

Paper Articles Market Size in Hong Kong SAR, China

In 2022, the Hong Kong paper articles market decreased by X% to $X for the first time since 2016, thus ending a five-year rising trend. In general, consumption, however, saw a significant expansion. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then contracted slightly in the following year.

Paper Articles Production in Hong Kong SAR, China

In value terms, paper articles production plummeted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Paper articles production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Paper Articles Exports

Exports from Hong Kong SAR, China

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums of paper increased by X% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a sharp reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, paper articles exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a sharp decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Japan (X tons), Macao SAR (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main destinations of paper articles exports from Hong Kong SAR, with a combined X% share of total exports. The Philippines, Taiwan (Chinese), the UK, China, Italy, Canada, the Netherlands and Australia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the Philippines (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for paper articles exported from Hong Kong SAR were Macao SAR ($X), Japan ($X) and the United States ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports.

Macao SAR, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average paper articles export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, paper articles export price increased by X% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of X%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Macao SAR ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Taiwan (Chinese) ($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 China (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Paper Articles Imports

Imports into Hong Kong SAR, China

For the third year in a row, Hong Kong SAR recorded growth in overseas purchases of boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums of paper, which increased by X% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, paper articles imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a perceptible shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) was the main paper articles supplier to Hong Kong SAR, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to X%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums of paper to Hong Kong SAR.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average paper articles import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, declining by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums of paper in the world?

China remains the largest paper articles consuming country worldwide, accounting for 14% of total volume. Moreover, paper articles consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 4.6% share.

What are the largest producers of boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums of paper in the world?

The country with the largest volume of paper articles production was China, comprising approx. 15% of total volume. Moreover, paper articles production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums of paper to Hong Kong SAR, China?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of paper articles to Hong Kong SAR, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Macao SAR, with a 14% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums of paper from Hong Kong SAR, China?

In value terms, Macao SAR, the United States and China appeared to be the largest markets for paper articles exported from Hong Kong SAR worldwide, together accounting for 82% of total exports.

What is the average export price for boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums of paper in Hong Kong SAR, China?

The average paper articles export price stood at $7,163 per ton in 2021, growing by 37% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums of paper in Hong Kong SAR, China?

The average paper articles import price stood at $1,755 per ton in 2021, increasing by 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper articles market in Hong Kong SAR, 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:

Prodcom 17231270 - Boxes, pouches, wallets and writing compendiums of paper or paperboard, containing an assortment of paper stationery

Country coverage:

Hong Kong SAR

Data coverage:

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