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Ukraine: Corrugated Paper Box Market 2025

Corrugated Paper Box Market Size in Ukraine

In 2022, the Ukrainian corrugated paper box market increased by 0.6% to $X, rising for the seventh consecutive year after three years of decline. In general, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Corrugated Paper Box Production in Ukraine

In value terms, corrugated paper box production dropped slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a slight downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume increased by 23%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Corrugated Paper Box Exports

Exports from Ukraine

In 2022, shipments abroad of cartons, boxes and cases of corrugated paper or paperboard decreased by -56.3% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after three years of growth. In general, exports saw a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, corrugated paper box exports contracted remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 34%. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Moldova (X tons) was the main destination for corrugated paper box exports from Ukraine, with a 50% share of total exports. Moreover, corrugated paper box exports to Moldova exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Germany (X tons), fivefold. Poland (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 7.4% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Moldova stood at -1.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Germany (+35.9% per year) and Poland (+3.0% per year).

In value terms, Moldova ($X) remains the key foreign market for cartons, boxes and cases of corrugated paper or paperboard exports from Ukraine, comprising 38% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Hungary, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Moldova amounted to +3.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Germany (+40.3% per year) and Hungary (+5.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average corrugated paper box export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by 32% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated moderate growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, corrugated paper box export price increased by +118.0% against 2016 indices. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Slovakia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Turkey ($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 Latvia (+11.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Corrugated Paper Box Imports

Imports into Ukraine

In 2022, approx. X tons of cartons, boxes and cases of corrugated paper or paperboard were imported into Ukraine; which is down by -5.8% on the year before. In general, total imports indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% 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 +7.0% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 46% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, corrugated paper box imports reduced to $X in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated a noticeable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.8% 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 +104.0% against 2016 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 29% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

Imports by Country

Poland (X tons), Austria (X tons) and Hungary (X tons) were the main suppliers of corrugated paper box imports to Ukraine, with a combined 67% share of total imports. Romania, Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands, China, Turkey and Italy lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Romania (with a CAGR of +51.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Austria ($X), Poland ($X) and Hungary ($X) appeared to be the largest corrugated paper box suppliers to Ukraine, with a combined 68% share of total imports. Romania, China, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

Romania, with a CAGR of +54.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average corrugated paper box import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -4.9% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.0%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+8.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of corrugated paper box consumption was China, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, corrugated paper box consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.1% share.
China remains the largest corrugated paper box producing country worldwide, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, corrugated paper box production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with an 8.1% share.
In value terms, Austria, Poland and Hungary appeared to be the largest corrugated paper box suppliers to Ukraine, with a combined 58% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Italy, Romania, the Netherlands and Denmark, which together accounted for a further 27%.
In value terms, Belarus, Moldova and Germany appeared to be the largest markets for corrugated paper box exported from Ukraine worldwide, with a combined 70% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Poland, Georgia, Romania, Azerbaijan and Slovakia, which together accounted for a further 16%.
In 2021, the average corrugated paper box export price amounted to $1,238 per ton, picking up by 27% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average corrugated paper box import price amounted to $1,857 per ton, with an increase of 18% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the corrugated paper box market in Ukraine. 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 17211300 - Cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard

Country coverage:

  • Ukraine

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Ukraine
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 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. 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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    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. 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
  12. 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

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