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World - Case Materials - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Article Publishing Date: Oct 19, 2020

The Global Paperboard Case Material Market Slipped Back to $116B

IndexBox has just published a new report: 'World - Case Materials - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights'. Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

In 2019, the global paperboard case material market decreased by -8.4% to $116.1B for the first time since 2016, thus ending a two-year rising trend. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% from 2013 to 2019; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Global consumption peaked at $126.7B in 2018, and then fell in the following year.

Consumption by Country

The countries with the highest volumes of paperboard case material consumption in 2019 were China (45M tons), the U.S. (29M tons) and Japan (9.4M tons), with a combined 50% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, Germany, South Korea, Mexico, Brazil, Russia, Italy, France and Spain, which together accounted for a further 26%.

From 2013 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of paperboard case material consumption, amongst the main consuming countries, was attained by India, while paperboard case material consumption for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($48.6B) led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the U.S. ($14.2B). It was followed by Japan.

The countries with the highest levels of paperboard case material per capita consumption in 2019 were South Korea (99 kg per person), the U.S. (89 kg per person) and Germany (83 kg per person).

Production

In 2019, approx. 168M tons of paperboard case materials were produced worldwide; growing by 2.9% compared with 2018 figures. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% from 2013 to 2019; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period.

Production By Country

The countries with the highest volumes of paperboard case material production in 2019 were China (44M tons), the U.S. (35M tons) and Japan (9.8M tons), with a combined 53% share of global production. Germany, India, South Korea, Brazil, Russia, France, Mexico, Indonesia and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 27%.

From 2013 to 2019, the biggest increases were in India, while paperboard case material production for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports

In 2019, supplies from abroad of paperboard case materials decreased by -1% to 29M tons for the first time since 2012, thus ending a six-year rising trend. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% from 2013 to 2019; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 5.1% y-o-y. As a result, imports attained a peak of 29M tons, and then declined in the following year. In value terms, paperboard case material imports contracted to $16.9B (IndexBox estimates) in 2019.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Germany (2.4M tons), Italy (2M tons), Poland (1.8M tons), Mexico (1.3M tons), the U.S. (1.3M tons), France (1.2M tons), China (1.2M tons), the UK (1.1M tons), Belgium (1M tons), Spain (1M tons), the Netherlands (0.8M tons) and Canada (0.7M tons) was the main importer of paperboard case materials in the world, constituting 55% of total import.

From 2013 to 2019, the biggest increases were in China, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest paperboard case material importing markets worldwide were Germany ($1.3B), Italy ($1.1B) and the U.S. ($993M), together accounting for 20% of global imports. These countries were followed by Poland, Mexico, China, France, the UK, Spain, Canada, Belgium and the Netherlands, which together accounted for a further 35%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2019, the average paperboard case material import price amounted to $579 per ton, which is down by -11.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a slight contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 14% year-to-year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $653 per ton, and then reduced in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2019, the country with the highest price was the U.S. ($749 per ton), while Belgium ($491 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global paperboard case material 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 1617 - Case materials

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

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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:

  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 2012–2023
    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 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    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 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

  13. 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

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