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Oman: Non-Corrugated Paper Box Market 2025

Non-Corrugated Paper Box Market Size in Oman

The Omani non-corrugated paper box market was estimated at $X in 2022, growing by 3.9% against the previous year. In general, the total consumption indicated a tangible expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by +7.2% against 2019 indices. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Non-Corrugated Paper Box Production in Oman

In value terms, non-corrugated paper box production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated perceptible growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by +0.9% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 48%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Non-Corrugated Paper Box Exports

Exports from Oman

In 2022, overseas shipments of folding cartons, boxes and cases of non-corrugated paper or paperboard decreased by -11.5% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 412% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, non-corrugated paper box exports declined to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 316%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.

Exports by Country

Yemen (X tons), Qatar (X tons) and Saudi Arabia (X tons) were the main destinations of non-corrugated paper box exports from Oman, together comprising 98% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Qatar (with a CAGR of +85.6%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Qatar ($X), Yemen ($X) and Saudi Arabia ($X) constituted the largest markets for non-corrugated paper box exported from Oman worldwide, together comprising 94% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Qatar, with a CAGR of +53.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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 2022, the average non-corrugated paper box export price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -3.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 54%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Yemen ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Saudi Arabia (+13.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Non-Corrugated Paper Box Imports

Imports into Oman

In 2022, imports of folding cartons, boxes and cases of non-corrugated paper or paperboard into Oman was estimated at X tons, surging by 5.9% against the previous year. Overall, imports showed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 136% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, non-corrugated paper box imports rose significantly to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 112% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of non-corrugated paper box to Oman, accounting for a 72% share of total imports. Moreover, non-corrugated paper box imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Saudi Arabia (X tons), sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Kuwait (X tons), with a 6.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United Arab Emirates amounted to +21.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Saudi Arabia (+1.1% per year) and Kuwait (+27.0% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of folding cartons, boxes and cases of non-corrugated paper or paperboard to Oman, comprising 63% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Saudi Arabia ($X), with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Kuwait, with a 7.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United Arab Emirates stood at +23.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Saudi Arabia (-1.5% per year) and Kuwait (+19.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average non-corrugated paper box import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 18%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+1.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of non-corrugated paper box consumption was China, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, non-corrugated paper box consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 9.2% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of non-corrugated paper box production, accounting for 26% of total volume. Moreover, non-corrugated paper box production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.2% share.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates, China and India constituted the largest non-corrugated paper box suppliers to Oman, together comprising 89% of total imports.
In value terms, the largest markets for non-corrugated paper box exported from Oman were Yemen, Egypt and Qatar, together comprising 94% of total exports.
In 2021, the average non-corrugated paper box export price amounted to $1,774 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year.
The average non-corrugated paper box import price stood at $2,612 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -6.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the non-corrugated paper box market in Oman. 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 17211400 - Folding cartons, boxes and cases of non-corrugated paper or paperboard

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Data coverage:

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

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  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

    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

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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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