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Puerto Rico: Market for Paper And Paperboard, Excluding Newsprint 2025

Market Size for Paper And Paperboard, Excluding Newsprint in Puerto Rico

After two years of growth, the Puerto Rican market for paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint decreased by -7.4% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption showed a perceptible setback. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Paper And Paperboard, Excluding Newsprint in Puerto Rico

In value terms, paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint production dropped to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a perceptible decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 17% against the previous year. Puerto Rico production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Paper And Paperboard, Excluding Newsprint

Exports from Puerto Rico

Paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint exports from Puerto Rico totaled less than X kg in 2021, approximately equating the year before. Overall, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint exports totaled less than $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the four major exporters of paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint, namely Germany, the United States, Finland and Sweden, represented more than third of total export. It was distantly followed by Indonesia (X tons), making up a 4.8% share of total exports. China (X tons), Canada (X tons), Austria (X tons), Italy (X tons), Belgium (X tons), France (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and India (X tons) held a minor share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by India (with a CAGR of +21.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint supplying countries from Puerto Rico were Germany ($X), the United States ($X) and Sweden ($X), together comprising 29% of total exports. These countries were followed by Finland, China, Indonesia, France, Canada, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium and India, which together accounted for a further 40%.

In terms of the main exporting countries, India, with a CAGR of +17.7%, 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 Puerto Rico amounted to less than $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+2.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Paper And Paperboard, Excluding Newsprint

Imports into Puerto Rico

Paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint imports into Puerto Rico stood at less than X kg in 2021, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern.

In value terms, paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint imports amounted to less than $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

Imports by Country

The countries with the highest levels of paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint imports in 2021 were China (X tons), Germany (X tons), the United States (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Poland (X tons), Turkey (X tons), France (X tons), Italy (X tons), the UK (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Spain (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons), together finishing at 56% of total import. Canada (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +16.5%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X), the United States ($X) and China ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 22% share of total imports.

Among the main importing countries, China, with a CAGR of +9.9%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Puerto Rico amounted to less than $X per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+0.9%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint in the world?

The country with the largest volume of paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint consumption was China, comprising approx. 31% of total volume. Moreover, paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint 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 Japan, with a 5.1% share.

What are the largest producers of paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Japan, with a combined 51% share of global production. Germany, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Brazil, Finland, Sweden, Italy, Russia and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 28%.

What are the leading suppliers of paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint to Puerto Rico?

In value terms, Germany, the United States and China constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together accounting for 24% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint from Puerto Rico?

In value terms, Germany, the United States and Sweden appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, together comprising 30% of total exports. Finland, China, Indonesia, France, Canada, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 41%.

What is the average export price for paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint in Puerto Rico?

In 2021, the ng newsprint in Puerto Rico amounted to less than $0.1 per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year.

What is the average import price for paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint in Puerto Rico?

The ng newsprint in Puerto Rico stood at less than $0.1 per ton in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint in Puerto Rico. 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 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:

Puerto Rico

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Puerto Rico
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
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
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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
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