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Qatar: Market for Paper And Paperboard, Excluding Newsprint 2025

Market Size for Paper And Paperboard, Excluding Newsprint in Qatar

In 2022, the Qatari market for paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint increased by X% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, consumption showed a significant expansion. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Production of Paper And Paperboard, Excluding Newsprint in Qatar

In value terms, paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint production fell modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production enjoyed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Paper And Paperboard, Excluding Newsprint

Exports from Qatar

In 2022, exports of paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint from Qatar contracted dramatically to X tons, reducing by X% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports saw a abrupt downturn. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, posted a modest expansion. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Austria (X tons) was the main destination for paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint exports from Qatar, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Austria was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Austria was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average export price for paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a strong increase. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Saudi Arabia amounted to X% per year.

Imports of Paper And Paperboard, Excluding Newsprint

Imports into Qatar

In 2022, supplies from abroad of paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a notable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by X% against 2020 indices. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by X% against 2020 indices. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), China (X tons) and Indonesia (X tons) were the main suppliers of paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint imports to Qatar, with a combined X% share of total imports. Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, South Korea, Bangladesh, Italy, Sweden, Germany, Austria and Finland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Bangladesh (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, India ($X), China ($X) and Indonesia ($X) were the largest paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint suppliers to Qatar, together comprising X% of total imports. The United Arab Emirates, Thailand, Spain, Bangladesh, South Korea, Italy, Sweden, Germany, Austria and Finland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

Among the main suppliers, Bangladesh, with a CAGR of X%, 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

The average import price for paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint stood at $X per ton in 2022, 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 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 Sweden ($X per ton), while the price for Austria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

China constituted the country with the largest volume of paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint consumption, accounting for 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, together comprising 51% of global production. These countries were followed by Germany, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Brazil, Finland, Sweden, Italy, Russia and Canada, which together accounted for a further 28%.

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

In value terms, the largest paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint suppliers to Qatar were India, China and Indonesia, with a combined 62% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Spain, Italy, Bangladesh, Thailand, Turkey and Brazil, which together accounted for a further 18%.

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

The average export price for paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint stood at $8,664 per ton in 2019, stabilizing at the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average import price for paper and paperboard, excluding newsprint amounted to $991 per ton, surging by 3.6% against the previous year.

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

Qatar

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Qatar
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