Report Update Mar 1, 2025

Northern America - Paper and Paperboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Northern America: Paper And Paperboard Market 2025

Paper And Paperboard Market Size in Northern America

In 2022, the North American paper and paperboard market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the market value increased by X%. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Paper And Paperboard Production in Northern America

In value terms, paper and paperboard production dropped modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a mild contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Paper And Paperboard Exports

Exports in Northern America

Paper and paperboard exports contracted slightly to X tons in 2022, standing approx. at the year before. In general, exports recorded a pronounced decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, paper and paperboard exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of export peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) represented the largest exporter of paper and paperboard, making up X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Canada (X tons), committing a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the leading exporting countries, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of X%).

In value terms, the United States ($X) and Canada ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022.

The United States, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Northern America stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Canada totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (X%).

Paper And Paperboard Imports

Imports in Northern America

In 2022, overseas purchases of paper and paperboard increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, paper and paperboard imports soared to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The United States represented the key importing country with an import of around X tons, which reached X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Canada (X tons), committing a X% share of total imports.

The United States experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of paper and paperboard. Canada experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. The shares of the largest importers remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported paper and paperboard in Northern America, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Canada ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

In the United States, paper and paperboard imports expanded at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Northern America amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the United States amounted to $X per ton.

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

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for paper and paperboard in Northern America?

The country with the largest volume of paper and paperboard consumption was the United States, accounting for 92% of total volume. Moreover, paper and paperboard consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Canada, more than tenfold.

What are the largest producers of paper and paperboard in Northern America?

The country with the largest volume of paper and paperboard production was the United States, accounting for 88% of total volume. Moreover, paper and paperboard production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada, sevenfold.

What are the leading suppliers of paper and paperboard in Northern America?

In value terms, the largest paper and paperboard supplying countries in Northern America were the United States and Canada.

What are the leading importers of paper and paperboard in Northern America?

In value terms, the United States constitutes the largest market for imported paper and paperboard in Northern America, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 24% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for paper and paperboard in Northern America?

The export price in Northern America stood at $864 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 12% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for paper and paperboard in Northern America?

In 2021, the import price in Northern America amounted to $1,020 per ton, increasing by 6.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper and paperboard market in Northern America. 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 1676 - Household and sanitary papers
FCL 1617 - Case materials
FCL 1618 - Cartonboard
FCL 1621 - Wrapping papers
FCL 1622 - Other papers mainly for packaging
FCL 1683 - Other paper and paperboard n.e.s. (not elsewhere specified)
FCL 1671 - Newsprint
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:

Bermuda
Canada
Greenland
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Northern America, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Northern America
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:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
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. 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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
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. 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. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
- Bermuda
- Canada
- Greenland
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- United States
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
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