U.S. Commercial Printing (Except Screen And Books) Market. Analysis And Forecast to 2030
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U.S. Commercial Printing (Except Screen And Books) Market. Analysis And Forecast to 2030

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Commercial Printing Price in the United States - 2023

Contents:

  1. Commercial Printing Price in the United States (CIF) - 2023
  2. Commercial Printing Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023
  3. Commercial Printing Imports in the United States
  4. Commercial Printing Exports in the United States

Commercial Printing Price in the United States (CIF) - 2023

The average commercial printing import price stood at $6,981 per ton in August 2023, increasing by 11% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $7,079 per ton in December 2022; however, from January 2023 to August 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was the UK ($24,079 per ton), while the price for India ($4,179 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+6.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Commercial Printing Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023

The average commercial printing export price stood at $26,959 per ton in August 2023, stabilizing at the previous month. Overall, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in May 2023 an increase of 9.6% m-o-m. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $27,463 per ton in September 2022; however, from October 2022 to August 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Germany ($51,397 per ton), while the average price for exports to Italy ($16,703 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mexico (+2.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Commercial Printing Imports in the United States

In 2022, commercial printing imports into the United States rose rapidly to 1M tons, increasing by 12% on the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.1% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, commercial printing imports soared to $6.4B in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 20%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Import of Commercial Printing in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China2,8771,9292,2572,423-5.6%
Canada6945997388517.0%
Mexico4203644045328.2%
United Kingdom4363013674883.8%
Vietnam14720121330327.3%
Italy11294.714925231.0%
India14911415020210.7%
South Korea11511412515710.9%
Others9468111,0331,1597.0%
Total5,8964,5275,4386,3662.6%

Top Suppliers of Commercial Printing to the United States in 2022:

  1. China (470.9K tons)
  2. Canada (109.7K tons)
  3. Mexico (92.2K tons)
  4. Vietnam (74.7K tons)
  5. India (62.3K tons)
  6. United Kingdom (27.0K tons)
  7. Italy (26.6K tons)
  8. South Korea (25.8K tons)

Commercial Printing Exports in the United States

In 2022, shipments abroad of commercial printing (except screen and books) increased by 2.9% to 260K tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep setback.

In value terms, commercial printing exports totaled $5.4B in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 20%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Export of Commercial Printing in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Canada2,0371,7932,0682,1141.2%
Mexico5254815866064.9%
United Kingdom619532478451-10.0%
Germany11196.119319420.5%
China1531401441938.0%
Australia1351261841667.1%
Jamaica7.96.15.737.167.5%
Others1,3281,1241,4961,6347.2%
Total4,9144,2995,1555,3953.2%

Top Export Markets for Commercial Printing from the United States in 2022:

  1. Canada (134.5K tons)
  2. Mexico (42.2K tons)
  3. United Kingdom (13.4K tons)
  4. Jamaica (6.9K tons)
  5. Australia (5.4K tons)
  6. Germany (5.2K tons)
  7. China (4.8K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the commercial printing 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:

  • NAICS 323111 - Commercial printing (except screen and books)

Companies mentioned:

  • R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company
  • Quad/Graphics
  • Acco Brands Corporation
  • Deluxe Corporation
  • Innerworkings
  • Multi Packaging Solutions
  • Harland Clarke Holdings Corp.
  • Publishers Printing Company
  • R.R. Donnelley Printing Company
  • ARC Document Solutions
  • Ennis
  • Multi-Color Corporation
  • Banta Corporation
  • Novitex Enterprise Solutions
  • The Occasions Group
  • RR Donnelley Financial
  • Imagine Print Solutions
  • Consolidated Graphics
  • Cadmus Journal Services
  • Harland Clarke
  • CCL Industries Corporation
  • Clarke American Checks
  • American Litho, CCL Label
  • New England Business Service
  • World Color (usa) Holding Company
  • T & T Reprographics
  • Wmg Acquisition Corp.
  • Qg
  • Qg Printing II Corp.

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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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
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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. 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 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    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 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    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, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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Spain's Commercial Printing Price Drops 2% to $4,348 per Ton
Jul 25, 2023
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In March 2023, the price for Commercial Printing stood at $25,879 per ton (FOB, US), increasing by 1.9% compared to the previous month.

Commercial Printing Import in United States Grows 4%, Averaging $424M in March 2023
May 17, 2023
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In value terms, commercial printing imports amounted to $424M in March 2023.

U.S. Commercial Printing Market Remains Stagnant
Jul 25, 2018
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In 2016, the commercial printing market was calculated at $X billions. According to IndexBox estimates, the U.S. market of commercial printing is in stagnation: after a strong decline in 2009-2010, the market remains relatively stable. 

Commercial Printing Market - U.S. Commercial Printing Exports Wane, Widening Trade Deficit to Over 560 Million USD
Jul 19, 2016
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The U.S. ranks fifth globally in commercial printing exports with a X% share (based on USD), trailing Singapore (X%), Germany (X%), China (X%) and Cambodia (X%). In 2015, the U.S. exported X million USD, X% under th

Import of Books Printing in the United States Surges by 8% to Reach $216M in May 2023
Aug 8, 2023
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Books Printing imports reached $216M in May 2023 in terms of value.

Printed Book Imports in America Fall 15% to $173M in February 2023
Apr 7, 2023
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In February 2023, the cost of printing books was $6,993 per ton (CIF, US), an 11% increase from the previous month.

Books Printing Market - Canada and the UK are the Main Destinations of U.S. Book Exports
Jul 19, 2016
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The U.S. takes second place in exports on the global books printing market with a X% share (based on USD), following the UK (X%) and moving ahead of China (X%) and Germany (X%). In 2015, the U.S. exported X

Spain's Commercial Printing Price Drops 2% to $4,348 per Ton
Jul 25, 2023
Eye 254

In March 2023, the price for Commercial Printing stood at $25,879 per ton (FOB, US), increasing by 1.9% compared to the previous month.

Commercial Printing Import in United States Grows 4%, Averaging $424M in March 2023
May 17, 2023
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In value terms, commercial printing imports amounted to $424M in March 2023.

U.S. Commercial Printing Market Remains Stagnant
Jul 25, 2018
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In 2016, the commercial printing market was calculated at $X billions. According to IndexBox estimates, the U.S. market of commercial printing is in stagnation: after a strong decline in 2009-2010, the market remains relatively stable. 

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