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Thailand: Market for Moulded Or Pressed Articles Of Paper Pulp 2025

Market Size for Moulded Or Pressed Articles Of Paper Pulp in Thailand

After five years of growth, the Thai paper pulp moulded articles market decreased by -33.1% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption, however, posted a buoyant increase. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2021, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Exports of Moulded Or Pressed Articles Of Paper Pulp

Exports from Thailand

In 2022, the amount of moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp exported from Thailand surged to X tons, picking up by 170% on 2021. Overall, exports recorded a resilient expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, paper pulp moulded articles exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a resilient increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for paper pulp moulded articles exports from Thailand, with a 65% share of total exports. Moreover, paper pulp moulded articles exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Japan (X tons), fivefold. Vietnam (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 9.6% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States stood at +26.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (+4.9% per year) and Vietnam (+16.7% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp exports from Thailand, comprising 57% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Japan ($X), with a 23% share of total exports. It was followed by Vietnam, with an 8.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States totaled +21.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (+6.7% per year) and Vietnam (+2.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average paper pulp moulded articles export price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -5.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a noticeable reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK ($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 Japan (+1.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Moulded Or Pressed Articles Of Paper Pulp

Imports into Thailand

In 2022, imports of moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp into Thailand fell to X tons, which is down by -12.1% against the previous year. In general, imports, however, enjoyed strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 114%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, paper pulp moulded articles imports dropped to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 56%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Malaysia (X tons) was the main paper pulp moulded articles supplier to Thailand, with a 96% share of total imports. Moreover, paper pulp moulded articles imports from Malaysia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Malaysia totaled +15.3%.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp to Thailand, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 23% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Malaysia amounted to +17.3%.

Import Prices by Country

The average paper pulp moulded articles import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -2.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a pronounced curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 44% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Malaysia stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+1.7%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 38% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Japan, Russia, Germany, Mexico, Malaysia, the UK, France, South Korea, Canada and Saudi Arabia, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the largest producers of moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of paper pulp moulded articles production, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, paper pulp moulded articles production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp to Thailand?

In value terms, Malaysia constituted the largest supplier of paper pulp moulded articles to Thailand, comprising 74% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 25% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp from Thailand?

In value terms, the largest markets for paper pulp moulded articles exported from Thailand were Japan, the United States and Vietnam, with a combined 71% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Australia, Cambodia, India, Germany and Denmark, which together accounted for a further 22%.

What is the average export price for moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp in Thailand?

In 2021, the average paper pulp moulded articles export price amounted to $3,543 per ton, dropping by -6.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp in Thailand?

In 2021, the average paper pulp moulded articles import price amounted to $816 per ton, with a decrease of -8.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for paper pulp moulded articles in Thailand. 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 17291957 - Moulded or pressed articles of paper pulp

Country coverage:

Thailand

Data coverage:

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