
Scandinavia - Paper and Paperboard (Creped, Crinkled, Embossed or Perforated) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Paper And Paperboard Market Size in Scandinavia
In 2022, the Scandinavia paper and paperboard market decreased by -86.7% to $X, falling for the fourth consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, consumption, however, enjoyed a buoyant increase. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.
Paper And Paperboard Production in Scandinavia
In value terms, paper and paperboard production shrank markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, posted a measured increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 63%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X, and then declined significantly in the following year.
Paper And Paperboard Exports
Exports in Scandinavia
In 2022, exports of paper and paperboard (creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated) in Scandinavia reduced to X tons, dropping by -3.1% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 30% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, paper and paperboard exports rose modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a noticeable decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 32%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
Sweden prevails in exports structure, accounting for X tons, which was near 90% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Finland (X tons), comprising a 9.5% share of total exports.
Sweden experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of paper and paperboard (creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated). Finland (-18.7%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Sweden increased by +36 percentage points.
In value terms, Sweden ($X) remains the largest paper and paperboard supplier in Scandinavia, comprising 90% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Finland ($X), with a 9.4% share of total exports.
In Sweden, paper and paperboard exports increased at an average annual rate of +3.7% over the period from 2012-2022.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in Scandinavia amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 8.3% against the previous year. Export price indicated a perceptible expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, paper and paperboard export price increased by +91.8% against 2017 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 43%. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Sweden ($X per ton), while Finland totaled $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (+3.7%).
Paper And Paperboard Imports
Imports in Scandinavia
After two years of growth, purchases abroad of paper and paperboard (creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated) decreased by -14% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports showed a perceptible shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 181%. The volume of import peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, paper and paperboard imports reduced to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a perceptible shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 24% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Finland (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) were the largest importers of paper and paperboard (creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated) in Scandinavia, together reaching approx. 85% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Norway (X tons), making up a 15% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Sweden (with a CAGR of -1.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline in the imports figures.
In value terms, the largest paper and paperboard importing markets in Scandinavia were Sweden ($X), Finland ($X) and Norway ($X).
In terms of the main importing countries, Sweden, with a CAGR of -2.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline in the imports figures.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in Scandinavia stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 8.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the import price increased by 234% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per ton), while Finland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Norway (+3.4%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper and paperboard market in Scandinavia. 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 17127200 - Paper and paperboard, creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated
- Prodcom 171200Z0 - Creped or crinkled sack kraft paper in rolls or sheets, paper and paperboard, creped, crinkled, embossed or perforated
- Prodcom 17124180 - Creped or crinkled sack kraft paper, creped or crinkled, in rolls or sheets
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Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Scandinavia, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Scandinavia
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
- MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Norway
- Sweden
LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption, by Country, 2022–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Consumption, by Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2035
- Market Value Forecast to 2035
- Market Size and Growth, By Product
- Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
- Exports and Growth, By Product
- Export Prices and Growth, By Product
- Production Volume and Growth
- Exports and Growth
- Export Prices and Growth
- Market Size and Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports and Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, by Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, by Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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