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Global Envelope Market 2025

Envelope Market Size

In 2021, the global envelope market decreased by -0.5% to $X, falling for the third consecutive year after four years of growth. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 1.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Envelope Production

In value terms, envelope production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 3.3%. Over the period under review, global production attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Envelope Exports

Exports

In 2021, overseas shipments of envelopes were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, envelope exports rose notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons), Poland (X tons), China (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Canada (X tons) represented roughly 66% of total exports in 2021. Slovakia (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Hungary (X tons), Spain (X tons), France (X tons), the Czech Republic (X tons) and Romania (X tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the leading exporting countries, was attained by Canada (with a CAGR of +13.8%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest envelope supplying countries worldwide were China ($X), Poland ($X) and Mexico ($X), with a combined 43% share of global exports. These countries were followed by Germany, the United States, Canada, France, Spain, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary and Romania, which together accounted for a further 36%.

Canada, with a CAGR of +13.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average envelope export price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -7.1% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average export price increased by 5.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Slovakia (+5.7%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Envelope Imports

Imports

For the third consecutive year, the global market recorded decline in purchases abroad of envelopes, which decreased by -0.7% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports saw a mild downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 4.7% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, envelope imports reached $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Global imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the three major importers of envelopes, namely the United States, the UK and Germany, represented more than third of total import. Japan (X tons) ranks next in terms of the total imports with a 6.3% share, followed by Sweden (5.1%), Canada (4.8%), the Netherlands (4.7%) and France (4.5%). The following importers - the Czech Republic (X tons), Australia (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Austria (X tons) and Hong Kong SAR (X tons) - together made up 14% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Sweden (with a CAGR of +7.5%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported envelopes worldwide, comprising 21% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with an 8.6% share of global imports. It was followed by Japan, with a 7.1% share.

In the United States, envelope imports increased at an average annual rate of +4.8% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Germany (+2.5% per year) and Japan (+8.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average envelope import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 13% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.7%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Sweden ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, together accounting for 40% of global consumption. Japan, Germany, Russia, Pakistan, Brazil, Indonesia, Bangladesh, the UK, Mexico and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, with a combined 40% share of global production. Japan, Germany, Russia, Pakistan, Brazil, Mexico, Indonesia, Bangladesh and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 23%.
In value terms, China, Poland and Mexico were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, with a combined 41% share of global exports. These countries were followed by Germany, the United States, Canada, France, Spain, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary and Romania, which together accounted for a further 37%.
In value terms, the United States constitutes the largest market for imported envelopes worldwide, comprising 21% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with an 8.6% share of global imports. It was followed by Japan, with a 7.1% share.
The average envelope export price stood at $2,613 per ton in 2021, declining by -8.9% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average envelope import price amounted to $2,679 per ton, increasing by 1.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global envelope market. 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 17231230 - Envelopes of paper or paperboard

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL 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. GLOBAL 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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  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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