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India: Paper Moulding Machine Market 2025

Paper Moulding Machine Exports

Exports from India

In 2022, approx. X units of machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard were exported from India; surging by 11% compared with the previous year. Overall, exports recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 267% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, paper moulding machine exports plummeted to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 268% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

The United States (X units), Canada (X units) and Mauritius (X units) were the main destinations of paper moulding machine exports from India, together comprising 49% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +55.5%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for paper moulding machine exported from India were the United States ($X), Canada ($X) and Mauritius ($X), together accounting for 49% of total exports.

Mauritius, with a CAGR of +74.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average paper moulding machine export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, which is down by -36.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average export price increased by 8.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per unit in 2021, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Italy ($X per unit) and the United Arab Emirates ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Kenya ($X per unit) and Bangladesh ($X per unit) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Zambia (+1.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Paper Moulding Machine Imports

Imports into India

Paper moulding machine imports into India surged to X units in 2022, jumping by 93% compared with 2021. Overall, imports posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 251%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, paper moulding machine imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 199% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X units) was the main paper moulding machine supplier to India, accounting for a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by Bahrain (X units), with a 1.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled +27.5%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard to India, comprising 97% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Bahrain ($X), with a 1.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to +25.1%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average paper moulding machine import price amounted to $X per unit, almost unchanged from the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a mild contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 12% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Bahrain ($X per unit), while the price for China stood at $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (-1.9%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Finland and Indonesia, together accounting for 48% of global consumption. The United States, Taiwan Chinese), India, the Czech Republic, Austria, Vietnam, Turkey, Italy, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard in the world?

China remains the largest paper moulding machine producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, paper moulding machine production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Finland, threefold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard to India?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of paper moulding machine to India, comprising 91% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 5% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard from India?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for paper moulding machine exports from India, comprising 42% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Saudi Arabia, with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by New Caledonia, with a 6.7% share.

What is the average export price for machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard in India?

The average paper moulding machine export price stood at $56,804 per unit in 2021, rising by 122% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard in India?

The average paper moulding machine import price stood at $31,877 per unit in 2021, dropping by -2.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper moulding machine market in India. 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 28951170 - Machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard (including packing for eggs, plates or dishes for confectionery or camping, toys)

Country coverage:

India

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in India
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 THE 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 TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024