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Ireland - Coated Printing and Writing Papers - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Ireland: Market for Coated Printing and Writing Papers 2025

Market Size for Coated Printing and Writing Papers in Ireland

After two years of decline, the Irish market for coated printing and writing papers increased by 4.2% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the market value increased by 8.1%. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Coated Printing and Writing Papers

Exports from Ireland

In 2021, after four years of decline, there was growth in overseas shipments of coated printing and writing papers, when their volume increased by 3.9% to X tons. In general, exports, however, showed a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 171% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, coated printing and writing paper exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 71%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for coated printing and writing paper exports from Ireland, accounting for a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by Germany (X tons), with less than 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK totaled +6.7%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) remains the key foreign market for coated printing and writing papers exports from Ireland, comprising 94% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK totaled +6.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average export price for coated printing and writing papers amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 24% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a deep setback. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (+0.2%).

Imports of Coated Printing and Writing Papers

Imports into Ireland

After five years of decline, overseas purchases of coated printing and writing papers increased by 2.7% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 30% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, coated printing and writing paper imports reached $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 17% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Germany (X tons), the UK (X tons) and Austria (X tons) were the main suppliers of coated printing and writing paper imports to Ireland, with a combined 64% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Spain, Slovenia, Finland, France, Sweden and Belgium, which together accounted for a further 21%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +13.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest coated printing and writing paper suppliers to Ireland were Germany ($X), the UK ($X) and Austria ($X), together comprising 58% of total imports. Spain, Slovenia, France, Finland, Sweden and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 19%.

Spain, with a CAGR of +5.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average import price for coated printing and writing papers amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 1.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a pronounced contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 6.7%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the highest price was recorded for prices from France ($X per ton) and the UK ($X per ton), while the price for Finland ($X per ton) and Austria ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+1.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for coated printing and writing papers in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of coated printing and writing paper consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and Japan, with a combined 42% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of coated printing and writing papers in the world?

The country with the largest volume of coated printing and writing paper production was China, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, coated printing and writing paper production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of coated printing and writing papers to Ireland?

In value terms, Germany, the UK and Finland appeared to be the largest coated printing and writing paper suppliers to Ireland, with a combined 61% share of total imports. Slovenia, France, Sweden, the Czech Republic, Spain, South Korea, Poland, Austria and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

What are the leading importers of coated printing and writing papers from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for coated printing and writing paper exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for coated printing and writing papers in Ireland?

The average export price for coated printing and writing papers stood at $1,109 per ton in 2020, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for coated printing and writing papers in Ireland?

The average import price for coated printing and writing papers stood at $1,243 per ton in 2020, jumping by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for coated printing and writing paper in Ireland. 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 1616 - Printing and writing papers, coated

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
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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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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