- Pulp and paper products are essential raw materials used across a wide array of industries, including packaging, hygiene, printing, and publishing. These materials are also increasingly used in sustainable packaging solutions as the world shifts away from single-use plastics
- The demand for pulp and paper is significantly driven by the growth in e-commerce, which fuels the need for corrugated packaging and carton board, and by sustainability trends that encourage biodegradable and recyclable alternatives
- The Asia-Pacific region stands out as the dominant region for pulp and paper production and consumption, led by countries such as China, India, and Indonesia. Rapid industrialization, a growing middle class, and rising consumer goods demand contribute to strong market growth in this region
- For instance, In 2024, Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited, one of China’s largest paper manufacturers, expanded its production capacity with new plants in Southeast Asia to meet regional and global demand for packaging materials
- Globally, the pulp and paper industry is undergoing a transformation driven by circular economy principles, with leading companies adopting cleaner production techniques, utilizing agro-residues, and investing in sustainable forestry practices to reduce environmental impact
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The market is segmented based on Global Pulp and Paper Market Segmentation, Category (Wrapping and Packaging, Painting and Writing, Sanitary, Newsprint, and Others), End User (Personal Care and Cosmetics, Food and Beverages, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Education and Stationary and Others) - Industry Trends and Forecast to 2032
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The Global Pulp And Paper Market size was valued at USD 423.78 USD Billion in 2024.
The Global Pulp And Paper Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 1% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2032.
The major players operating in the market include Amcor plc, Cascades Inc., Packaging Corporation of America, DS Smith, Fedrigoni S.P.A., Atlantic Packaging, International Paper, Smurfit Kappa, Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget SCA, Mondi, Nippon Paper Industries Co.Ltd., Stora Enso, METSÄ GROUP, Georgia-Pacific, Oji Holdings Corporation, Mayr-Melnhof Karton AG, UPM, Rengo Co.Ltd., WestRock Company and Sonoco Products Company .
The market report covers data from the North America.
