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Italy: Market for Paper Trays, Dishes, Plates And Cups 2025

Market Size for Paper Trays, Dishes, Plates And Cups in Italy

The Italian paper dishes and cups market rose sharply to $X in 2021, picking up by 8.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Paper Trays, Dishes, Plates And Cups in Italy

In value terms, paper dishes and cups production rose sharply to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the production volume increased by 34% against the previous year. Paper dishes and cups production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Paper Trays, Dishes, Plates And Cups

Exports from Italy

In 2021, paper dishes and cups exports from Italy surged to X tons, increasing by 16% compared with the year before. In general, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, paper dishes and cups exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

France (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main destinations of paper dishes and cups exports from Italy, with a combined 48% share of total exports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Israel, the United States, the UK, Switzerland, Greece, Belgium and Portugal, which together accounted for a further 32%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Romania (with a CAGR of +9.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, France ($X), Germany ($X) and Spain ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for paper dishes and cups exported from Italy worldwide, with a combined 49% share of total exports. The Netherlands, Poland, the UK, Israel, the United States, Switzerland, Romania, Belgium, Portugal and Greece lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.

Among the main countries of destination, Romania, with a CAGR of +11.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average paper dishes and cups export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 4.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by 19%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Romania ($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 France (+2.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Paper Trays, Dishes, Plates And Cups

Imports into Italy

In 2021, imports of paper trays, dishes, plates and cups into Italy surged to X tons, increasing by 17% compared with 2020. Overall, imports continue to indicate a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 88% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, paper dishes and cups imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 75%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of paper dishes and cups to Italy, accounting for a 57% share of total imports. Moreover, paper dishes and cups imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), fourfold. Spain (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 5.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China totaled +22.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+75.0% per year) and Spain (+5.0% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of paper trays, dishes, plates and cups to Italy, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a 5.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at +27.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Turkey (+86.7% per year) and Spain (+10.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average paper dishes and cups import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 17% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +5.5%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 43% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for Austria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (+13.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The United States constituted the country with the largest volume of paper dishes and cups consumption, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, paper dishes and cups consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.3% share.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, with a combined 50% share of global production. Japan, Russia, Pakistan, Indonesia, Brazil, Bangladesh, Italy and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 17%.
In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of paper dishes and cups to Italy, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Spain, with a 6% share.
In value terms, the largest markets for paper dishes and cups exported from Italy were France, Germany and Spain, together comprising 50% of total exports. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Poland, the UK, Israel, the United States, Switzerland, Romania, Belgium, Portugal and Greece, which together accounted for a further 32%.
In 2021, the average paper dishes and cups export price amounted to $5,447 per ton, with an increase of 7.4% against the previous year.
The average paper dishes and cups import price stood at $3,751 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 8.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for paper dishes and cups in Italy. 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 17221300 - Trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like of paper or paperboard

Country coverage:

  • Italy

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Italy
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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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
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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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 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. 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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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

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