Northern America: Uncoated Kraft Liner Market 2023

Uncoated Kraft Liner Market Size in Northern America

The North American uncoated kraft liner market rose notably to $X in 2021, increasing by 5.5% against the previous year. In general, consumption saw a prominent increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Uncoated Kraft Liner Production in Northern America

In value terms, uncoated kraft liner production declined to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 41%. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Uncoated Kraft Liner Exports

Exports in Northern America

In 2021, the amount of uncoated kraft liner exported in Northern America contracted sharply to X tons, which is down by -15.9% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports continue to indicate a mild descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 7.2% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, uncoated kraft liner exports rose markedly to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 24%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States dominates exports structure, finishing at X tons, which was approx. 94% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Canada (X tons), generating a 6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to uncoated kraft liner exports from the United States stood at -1.4%. Canada experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the largest uncoated kraft liner supplier in Northern America, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Canada ($X), with an 8.5% share of total exports.

In the United States, uncoated kraft liner exports expanded at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the period from 2012-2021.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Northern America stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 26% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.9%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the United States stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+2.8%).

Uncoated Kraft Liner Imports

Imports in Northern America

In 2021, the amount of uncoated kraft liner imported in Northern America soared to X tons, growing by 16% compared with 2020. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, uncoated kraft liner imports soared to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +5.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; 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.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the two major importers of uncoated kraft liner, namely Canada and the United States, represented more than two-thirds of total import.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +5.7%).

In value terms, Canada ($X) and the United States ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021.

The United States, with a CAGR of +7.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Northern America amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 12% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.3%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 14% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Canada totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+4.3%).

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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