United Kingdom - Corrugated Paper and Paperboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Corrugated Paper Price in the UK - 2023

Contents:

  1. Corrugated Paper Price in the UK (FOB) - 2023
  2. Corrugated Paper Price in the UK (CIF) - 2022
  3. Corrugated Paper Exports in the UK
  4. Corrugated Paper Imports in the UK

Corrugated Paper Price in the UK (FOB) - 2023

The average corrugated paper export price stood at $1,749 per ton in June 2023, waning by -20.1% against the previous month. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in September 2022 an increase of 61% against the previous month. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $3,527 per ton. From October 2022 to June 2023, the the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Germany ($4,339 per ton), while the average price for exports to South Africa ($1,001 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to France (+2.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Corrugated Paper Price in the UK (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average corrugated paper import price amounted to $846 per ton, which is down by -14.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a perceptible setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $1,051 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($1,732 per ton), while the price for Ireland ($275 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ireland (+2.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Corrugated Paper Exports in the UK

Corrugated paper exports from the UK declined slightly to 28K tons in 2022, dropping by -2.9% against 2021. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +8.5% 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 with an increase of 34% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 29K tons, and then contracted in the following year.

In value terms, corrugated paper exports expanded notably to $59M in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a remarkable increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +12.7% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +57.4% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 49% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Export of Corrugated Paper in the UK (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Ireland14.815.414.916.12.8%
Netherlands0.80.712.49.8130.5%
Poland5.04.73.94.2-5.6%
Belgium2.63.13.03.914.5%
Sweden0.70.61.53.875.7%
Germany6.04.03.03.1-19.8%
France2.42.23.23.07.7%
Finland0.10.62.22.3184.4%
Others8.86.211.712.913.6%
Total41.237.555.759.012.7%

Top Export Markets for Corrugated Paper from the UK in 2022:

  1. Ireland (9.1K tons)
  2. Netherlands (6.3K tons)
  3. Belgium (1.8K tons)
  4. Sweden (1.4K tons)
  5. Finland (1.3K tons)
  6. Germany (1.0K tons)
  7. Poland (0.9K tons)
  8. France (0.9K tons)

Corrugated Paper Imports in the UK

For the fourth consecutive year, the UK recorded growth in supplies from abroad of corrugated paper and paperboard, which increased by 17% to 32K tons in 2022. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +10.8% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, corrugated paper imports contracted modestly to $27M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +11.7% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 27%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $27M, leveling off in the following year.

Import of Corrugated Paper in the UK (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
France2.82.42.17.538.9%
Ireland2.53.62.44.117.9%
Turkey0.51.41.92.571.0%
Netherlands3.83.13.12.3-15.4%
Germany2.73.45.21.9-11.1%
Russia0.40.63.21.762.0%
United Arab EmiratesN/AN/AN/A1.20%
Poland1.30.71.6N/A10.9%
Others5.06.07.55.53.2%
Total19.121.226.826.711.8%

Top Suppliers of Corrugated Paper to the UK in 2022:

  1. Poland (undefinedK tons)
  2. Ireland (14.8K tons)
  3. France (6.1K tons)
  4. Netherlands (2.6K tons)
  5. Russia (1.9K tons)
  6. United Arab Emirates (1.5K tons)
  7. Turkey (1.4K tons)
  8. Germany (1.2K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the corrugated paper market in the UK. 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 17211100 - Corrugated paper and paperboard in rolls or sheets

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  • United Kingdom

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  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the UK
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

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    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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  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
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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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