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Myanmar: Market for Printing and Writing Paper 2024

Market Size for Printing and Writing Paper in Myanmar

In 2021, the Myanmar's printing and writing paper market decreased by -51% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Printing and writing paper consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Printing and Writing Paper in Myanmar

In value terms, printing and writing paper production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production enjoyed a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 294%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Printing and Writing Paper

Exports from Myanmar

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of printing and writing paper, when their volume increased by 8,522% to X tons. Overall, exports recorded a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 64,177% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, printing and writing paper exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 3,601% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Cambodia (X tons) was the main destination for printing and writing paper exports from Myanmar, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Cambodia stood at +1.9%.

In value terms, Cambodia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for printing and writing paper exports from Myanmar.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Cambodia amounted to +2.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average printing and writing paper export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by -62.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a precipitous decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 205% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Cambodia.

From 2013 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Cambodia amounted to +0.2% per year.

Imports of Printing and Writing Paper

Imports into Myanmar

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of printing and writing paper, when their volume increased by 133% to X tons. Overall, imports enjoyed a buoyant increase. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, printing and writing paper imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a strong increase. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Indonesia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of printing and writing paper to Myanmar, accounting for a 59% share of total imports. Moreover, printing and writing paper imports from Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Thailand (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by China (X tons), with a 15% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Indonesia totaled +14.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Thailand (+33.9% per year) and China (+10.8% per year).

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of printing and writing paper to Myanmar, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Thailand ($X), with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Indonesia totaled +15.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Thailand (+28.9% per year) and China (+10.6% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average printing and writing paper import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 49% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Singapore (+8.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

China constituted the country with the largest volume of printing and writing paper consumption, comprising approx. 36% of total volume. Moreover, printing and writing paper consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 6.4% share.

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

China remains the largest printing and writing paper producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 36% of total volume. Moreover, printing and writing paper production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fourfold. Japan ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of printing and writing paper to Myanmar?

In value terms, Indonesia, China and Thailand constituted the largest printing and writing paper suppliers to Myanmar, with a combined 76% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Singapore, Japan, South Korea and Finland, which together accounted for a further 18%.

What is the average export price for printing and writing paper in Myanmar?

The average printing and writing paper export price stood at $1,214 per ton in 2021, increasing by 5.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for printing and writing paper in Myanmar?

The average printing and writing paper import price stood at $709 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -4.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for printing and writing paper in Myanmar. 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 1612 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, mechanical
FCL 1615 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, wood free
FCL 1616 - Printing and writing papers, coated

Country coverage:

Myanmar

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Myanmar
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023