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Ukraine: Composite Paperboard Market 2025

Composite Paperboard Market Size in Ukraine

In 2021, the Ukrainian composite paperboard market was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a deep setback. Composite paperboard consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Composite Paperboard Exports

Exports from Ukraine

Composite paperboard exports from Ukraine soared to X tons in 2021, growing by 352% on the previous year. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed a significant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, composite paperboard exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports posted significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Poland (X tons) was the main destination for composite paperboard exports from Ukraine, with a 62% share of total exports. Moreover, composite paperboard exports to Poland exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Moldova (X tons), sixfold. The Czech Republic (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 9.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Poland stood at +85.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Moldova (-6.9% per year) and the Czech Republic (+291.3% per year).

In value terms, Poland ($X) remains the key foreign market for composite paper and paperboard exports from Ukraine, comprising 62% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Czech Republic ($X), with a 9.9% share of total exports. It was followed by Moldova, with a 9.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Poland stood at +84.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the Czech Republic (+359.2% per year) and Moldova (-5.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average composite paperboard export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 23% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated mild growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, composite paperboard export price increased by +74.0% against 2015 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 24% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Czech Republic ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Slovakia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Belarus (+42.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Composite Paperboard Imports

Imports into Ukraine

Composite paperboard imports into Ukraine surged to X tons in 2021, picking up by 32% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a abrupt descent. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, composite paperboard imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw a abrupt curtailment. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main suppliers of composite paperboard imports to Ukraine, with a combined 92% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +89.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X), Germany ($X) and Spain ($X) appeared to be the largest composite paperboard suppliers to Ukraine, together comprising 79% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of +108.7%, recorded 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 composite paperboard import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 18% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a perceptible decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+10.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for composite paper and paperboard in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of composite paperboard consumption in 2020 were China, the U.S. and Russia, with a combined 41% share of global consumption. Indonesia, Japan, Brazil, Germany, Nigeria, Belgium, Vietnam, Canada, Thailand and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.

What are the largest producers of composite paper and paperboard in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of composite paperboard production in 2020 were China, the Netherlands and the U.S., together accounting for 46% of global production. These countries were followed by Germany, Russia, Indonesia, Japan, Brazil, Nigeria, South Korea, Canada, Vietnam and Spain, which together accounted for a further 34%.

What are the leading suppliers of composite paper and paperboard to Ukraine?

In value terms, the Netherlands constituted the largest supplier of composite paperboard to Ukraine, comprising 44% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 12% share.

What are the leading importers of composite paper and paperboard from Ukraine?

In value terms, the largest markets for composite paperboard exported from Ukraine were Poland, Moldova and Slovakia, with a combined 91% share of total exports. Lithuania and Belarus lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 6.7%.

What is the average export price for composite paper and paperboard in Ukraine?

The average composite paperboard export price stood at $441 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -27.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for composite paper and paperboard in Ukraine?

In 2020, the average composite paperboard import price amounted to $788 per ton, reducing by -25.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the composite paperboard 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 17127100 - Composite paper and paperboard in rolls or sheets (including strawpaper and paperboard) (excluding surface coated or impregnated)

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. 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