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Global Folding Boxboard Market 2024

Folding Boxboard Market Size

The global folding boxboard market expanded to $X in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the global market failed to regain momentum.

Folding Boxboard Production

In value terms, folding boxboard production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, global production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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Folding Boxboard Exports

Exports

For the third year in a row, the global market recorded growth in shipments abroad of folding boxboard, which increased by X% to X tons in 2022. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. The global exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in years to come.

In value terms, folding boxboard exports totaled $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The global exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The shipments of the five major exporters of folding boxboard, namely Sweden, China, Finland, the United States and Germany, represented more than half of total export. The following exporters - South Korea (X tons), India (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Italy (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Canada (X tons), Chile (X tons) and Poland (X tons) - together made up X% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the leading exporting countries, was attained by India (with a CAGR of X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Sweden ($X) and Germany ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, with a combined X% share of global exports. Finland, the United States, the Netherlands, Poland, Italy, Canada, India, Belgium, South Korea and Chile lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

Among the main exporting countries, India, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average folding boxboard export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The global export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Poland ($X per ton), while South Korea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Folding Boxboard Imports

Imports

In 2022, approx. X tons of folding boxboard were imported worldwide; remaining relatively unchanged against 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Global imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, folding boxboard imports expanded markedly to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, global imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X tons), the United States (X tons), Poland (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Italy (X tons), France (X tons), China (X tons), the UK (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Canada (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) represented the key importer of folding boxboard in the world, generating X% of total import. Mexico (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Vietnam (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest folding boxboard importing markets worldwide were the United States ($X), Germany ($X) and Poland ($X), with a combined X% share of global imports. Italy, Turkey, the UK, France, China, Mexico, Canada, Belgium, Vietnam and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

Vietnam, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average folding boxboard import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Mexico ($X per ton) and the UK ($X per ton), while the Netherlands ($X per ton) and Germany ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for folding boxboard in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 45% share of global consumption. Indonesia, Japan, Poland, Russia, Germany, South Korea, France, Italy, Mexico and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 27%.

What are the largest producers of folding boxboard in the world?

China remains the largest folding boxboard producing country worldwide, accounting for 30% of total volume. Moreover, folding boxboard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. Sweden ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.6% share.

What are the leading exporters of folding boxboard in the world?

In value terms, China, Sweden and Germany constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, together accounting for 39% of global exports. Finland, the United States, the Netherlands, Poland, Italy, Canada, India, Belgium, South Korea and Chile lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 39%.

What are the leading importers of folding boxboard in the world?

In value terms, the largest folding boxboard importing markets worldwide were the United States, Germany and Poland, together accounting for 18% of global imports. Italy, Turkey, the UK, France, China, Mexico, Canada, Belgium, Vietnam and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

What is the average export price for folding boxboard in the world?

In 2022, the average folding boxboard export price amounted to $1,302 per ton, surging by 9.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for folding boxboard in the world?

The average folding boxboard import price stood at $1,392 per ton in 2022, surging by 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global folding boxboard 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:

FCL 1618 - Cartonboard

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

Company coverage:

Fachverband Faltschachtel-Industrie eV, Smurfit Kappa Group, Stora Enso OYJ, Mondi, Holmen AB, Svenska Cellulosa AB, BillerudKorsnäs AB, Metsä Board OYJ, ABC Packaging, Maxipos Packaging, Valco Melton, The London Fancy Box Co., Packon Packaging Co., Kartonpack Nyrt., Essentra Packaging Ireland, Sia Lenek, Kadrovik D.O.O., Besta Pack, Homkey Packaging Co., EMC Industry Co.

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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:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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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. 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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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. 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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- 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
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
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, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023