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Latin America and the Caribbean: Corrugated Paper Market 2025

Corrugated Paper Market Size in Latin America and the Caribbean

The Latin American corrugated paper market contracted modestly to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -1.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 4.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2020, and then shrank modestly in the following year.

Corrugated Paper Production in Latin America and the Caribbean

In value terms, corrugated paper production shrank to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 7.8%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Corrugated Paper Exports

Exports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2021, corrugated paper exports in Latin America and the Caribbean declined dramatically to X tons, which is down by -20.2% against the previous year. Overall, exports, however, recorded a measured expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 54% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, corrugated paper exports expanded notably to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, recorded a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 41%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from El Salvador (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Argentina (X tons), Brazil (X tons) and Chile (X tons), together resulting at 80% of total export. It was distantly followed by Guatemala (X tons), committing a 4.8% share of total exports. Costa Rica (X tons) held a minor share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Chile (with a CAGR of +24.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest corrugated paper supplying countries in Latin America and the Caribbean were El Salvador ($X), Mexico ($X) and Argentina ($X), together comprising 65% of total exports. Brazil, Chile, Guatemala and Costa Rica lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.

In terms of the main exporting countries, Chile, with a CAGR of +14.9%, 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

In 2021, the export price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 34% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.2%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while Chile ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Guatemala (+23.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Corrugated Paper Imports

Imports in Latin America and the Caribbean

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of corrugated paper and paperboard increased by 23% to X tons in 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, corrugated paper imports surged to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The level of import peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Mexico dominates imports structure, amounting to X tons, which was approx. 93% of total imports in 2021. Honduras (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Mexico was also the fastest-growing in terms of the corrugated paper and paperboard imports, with a CAGR of +5.5% from 2012 to 2021. Honduras (-8.1%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Mexico (+8.4 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2021, the share of Honduras (-3.9 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Mexico ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported corrugated paper and paperboard in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Honduras ($X), with a 1.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Mexico amounted to +6.0%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 6.9%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2016; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while Honduras totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Honduras (+3.3%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of corrugated paper consumption in 2020 were Brazil, Mexico and Argentina, together accounting for 51% of total consumption. Ecuador, Chile, Colombia, Venezuela, Guatemala, the Dominican Republic, Bolivia, Paraguay, Honduras and El Salvador lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 39%.
The countries with the highest volumes of corrugated paper production in 2020 were Brazil, Argentina and Mexico, with a combined 49% share of total production. Ecuador, Chile, Colombia, Venezuela, Guatemala, the Dominican Republic, Bolivia, Paraguay, El Salvador and Honduras lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 41%.
In value terms, Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Guatemala constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2020, with a combined 53% share of total exports.
In value terms, Mexico constitutes the largest market for imported corrugated paper and paperboard in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Honduras, with a 0.8% share of total imports.
The corrugated paper export price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $804 per ton in 2020, dropping by -38.1% against the previous year.
In 2020, the corrugated paper import price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $1,190 per ton, growing by 5.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the corrugated paper market in Latin America and the Caribbean. 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 17211100 - Corrugated paper and paperboard in rolls or sheets

Country coverage:

  • Anguilla
  • Antigua and Barbuda
  • Argentina
  • Aruba
  • Bahamas
  • Barbados
  • Belize
  • Bolivia
  • Brazil
  • British Virgin Islands
  • Cayman Islands
  • Chile
  • Colombia
  • Costa Rica
  • Cuba
  • Curacao
  • Dominica
  • Dominican Republic
  • Ecuador
  • El Salvador
  • Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
  • French Guiana
  • Grenada
  • Guadeloupe
  • Guatemala
  • Guyana
  • Haiti
  • Honduras
  • Jamaica
  • Martinique
  • Mexico
  • Montserrat
  • Nicaragua
  • Panama
  • Paraguay
  • Peru
  • Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Saint Lucia
  • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Saint Maarten (Dutch part)
  • Suriname
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • Turks and Caicos Islands
  • United States Virgin Islands
  • Uruguay
  • Venezuela
  • Puerto Rico

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • 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. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

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

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    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

    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
    • Anguilla
    • Antigua and Barbuda
    • Argentina
    • Aruba
    • Bahamas
    • Barbados
    • Belize
    • Bolivia
    • Brazil
    • British Virgin Islands
    • Cayman Islands
    • Chile
    • Colombia
    • Costa Rica
    • Cuba
    • Curacao
    • Dominica
    • Dominican Republic
    • Ecuador
    • El Salvador
    • Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
    • French Guiana
    • Grenada
    • Guadeloupe
    • Guatemala
    • Guyana
    • Haiti
    • Honduras
    • Jamaica
    • Martinique
    • Mexico
    • Montserrat
    • Nicaragua
    • Panama
    • Paraguay
    • Peru
    • Saint Kitts and Nevis
    • Saint Lucia
    • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
    • Saint Maarten (Dutch part)
    • Suriname
    • Trinidad and Tobago
    • Turks and Caicos Islands
    • United States Virgin Islands
    • Uruguay
    • Venezuela
    • Puerto Rico

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    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, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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