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South-Eastern Asia: Market for Paper Sacks And Bags 2025

Market Size for Paper Sacks And Bags in South-Eastern Asia

The Southeast Asian paper sack and bag market totaled $X in 2021, increasing by 2.2% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Paper Sacks And Bags in South-Eastern Asia

In value terms, paper sack and bag production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 36%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Paper Sacks And Bags

Exports in South-Eastern Asia

In 2021, overseas shipments of paper sacks and bags increased by 30% to X tons, rising for the sixth consecutive year after three years of decline. Total exports indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.7% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports increased by +92.7% against 2015 indices. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, paper sack and bag exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 29%. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Vietnam was the major exporter of paper sacks and bags in South-Eastern Asia, with the volume of exports amounting to X tons, which was near 41% of total exports in 2021. Malaysia (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, followed by Indonesia (X tons) and Thailand (X tons). All these countries together took near 52% share of total exports. Cambodia (X tons) and Singapore (X tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Cambodia (with a CAGR of +50.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) remains the largest paper sack and bag supplier in South-Eastern Asia, comprising 46% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Indonesia ($X), with a 22% share of total exports. It was followed by Malaysia, with a 17% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in Vietnam stood at +20.6%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Indonesia (+0.8% per year) and Malaysia (+2.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The export price in South-Eastern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -5.9% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 19% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Singapore (+7.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Paper Sacks And Bags

Imports in South-Eastern Asia

In 2021, supplies from abroad of paper sacks and bags was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Total imports indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.0% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 28%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, paper sack and bag imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Total imports indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 23% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the four major importers of paper sacks and bags, namely Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, represented more than two-thirds of total import. It was distantly followed by the Philippines (X tons), making up a 7.6% share of total imports. Lao People's Democratic Republic (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Lao People's Democratic Republic (with a CAGR of +34.2%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest paper sack and bag importing markets in South-Eastern Asia were Singapore ($X), Indonesia ($X) and Malaysia ($X), together accounting for 64% of total imports. Thailand, the Philippines, Lao People's Democratic Republic and Vietnam lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 32%.

Lao People's Democratic Republic, with a CAGR of +41.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries 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 South-Eastern Asia amounted to $X per ton, growing by 3.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 an increase of 5.8%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2019; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Vietnam ($X per ton) and Thailand ($X per ton), while Malaysia ($X per ton) and Lao People's Democratic Republic ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Lao People's Democratic Republic (+5.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Indonesia remains the largest paper sack and bag consuming country in South-Eastern Asia, comprising approx. 57% of total volume. Moreover, paper sack and bag consumption in Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Vietnam, threefold. Malaysia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 14% share.
Indonesia constituted the country with the largest volume of paper sack and bag production, comprising approx. 56% of total volume. Moreover, paper sack and bag production in Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Vietnam, threefold. Malaysia ranked third in terms of total production with a 14% share.
In value terms, the largest paper sack and bag supplying countries in South-Eastern Asia were Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia, with a combined 85% share of total exports. Thailand, Singapore and Cambodia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 13%.
In value terms, the largest paper sack and bag importing markets in South-Eastern Asia were Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia, together comprising 67% of total imports. Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam and Lao People's Democratic Republic lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.
The paper sack and bag export price in South-Eastern Asia stood at $2,615 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -5.5% against the previous year.
In 2020, the paper sack and bag import price in South-Eastern Asia amounted to $2,231 per ton, with a decrease of -7.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for paper sack and bag in South-Eastern Asia. 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 17211230 - Sacks and bags, with a base width . .40 cm, of paper, p aperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres
  • Prodcom 17211250 - Sacks and bags of paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres (excluding those with a base width. .40 cm)

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in South-Eastern Asia, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in South-Eastern Asia
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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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. 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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. 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

    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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 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. 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • Brunei Darussalam
    • Cambodia
    • Indonesia
    • Malaysia
    • Myanmar
    • Philippines
    • Singapore
    • Thailand
    • Timor-Leste
    • Vietnam
    • Lao People's Democratic Republic
  12. 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
  13. 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

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