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U.S.: Paper Bag Market 2025

Paper Bag Market Size in the U.S.

The U.S. paper bag market shrank to $X in 2021, flattening at the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. Paper bag consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Paper Bag Production in the U.S.

In value terms, paper bag production shrank to $X in 2021. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 6%. Paper bag production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Paper Bag Exports

Exports from the U.S.

In 2021, approx. X tons of sacks and bags of paper were exported from the United States; picking up by 14% against 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2016; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

In value terms, paper bag exports soared to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Canada (X tons) and Mexico (X tons) were the main destinations of paper bag exports from the United States.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Canada (with a CAGR of +2.6%).

In value terms, the largest markets for paper bag exported from the United States were Mexico ($X) and Canada ($X).

Canada, with a CAGR of +4.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average paper bag export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 4.1% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.0%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by 11%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mexico (+2.5%).

Paper Bag Imports

Imports into the U.S.

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of sacks and bags of paper, when their volume increased by 18% to X tons. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, paper bag imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Canada (X tons), China (X tons) and Mexico (X tons) were the main suppliers of paper bag imports to the United States, with a combined 69% share of total imports. Vietnam, Turkey, India, Indonesia, Taiwan (Chinese), Germany and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Turkey (with a CAGR of +50.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest paper bag suppliers to the United States were China ($X), Canada ($X) and Mexico ($X), with a combined 71% share of total imports. Vietnam, Germany, Indonesia, Taiwan (Chinese), Turkey, India and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 18%.

Turkey, with a CAGR of +38.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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

The average paper bag import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, approximately reflecting the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 3.4%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, 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 Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+2.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sacks and bags of paper in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Indonesia, together accounting for 41% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of sacks and bags of paper in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Indonesia, with a combined 41% share of global production. These countries were followed by Brazil, Germany, South Korea, Pakistan, Italy, Ethiopia, Turkey, Russia, Japan and Nigeria, which together accounted for a further 20%.

What are the leading suppliers of sacks and bags of paper to the U.S.?

In value terms, the largest paper bag suppliers to the United States were China, Canada and Mexico, with a combined 71% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Vietnam, Germany, Indonesia, Taiwan Chinese), Turkey, India and Brazil, which together accounted for a further 18%.

What are the leading importers of sacks and bags of paper from the U.S.?

In value terms, Mexico and Canada constituted the largest markets for paper bag exported from the United States worldwide.

What is the average export price for sacks and bags of paper in the U.S.?

The average paper bag export price stood at $1,446 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -18.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sacks and bags of paper in the U.S.?

In 2021, the average paper bag import price amounted to $2,369 per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper bag market in the U.S.. 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)
Prodcom 17211300 - Cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard
Prodcom 17211400 - Folding cartons, boxes and cases of non-corrugated paper or paperboard
Prodcom 17211530 - Other packaging containers, including record sleeves, n.e.c.
Prodcom 17211550 - Box files, letter trays, storage boxes and similar articles of paper or paperboard of a kind used in offices, shops or the like

Country coverage:

United States

Data coverage:

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