Key Market Indicators
Exports of paperboard from the Netherlands are predicted to reach 2.6 million metric tons by 2026, up from 2.6 million metric tons in 2021. This represents an average annual growth rate of 0.4%. Since 1966, Dutch exports have grown at a rate of 2.2% annually. In 2021, South Korea was the number one supplier, with 2.6 million metric tons, followed by the United States, Sweden and Finland. Imports of paperboard to the Netherlands are expected to decline to 2.1 million metric tons by 2026, down from 2.3 million metric tons in 2021. This represents an average annual decrease of 1.6%. Since 1966, Dutch imports have decreased at an annual rate of 1.5%. In 2021, Canada was the largest importer, with 2.3 million metric tons, followed by Germany, the United States and Italy. The Dutch paperboard market is anticipated to reach €1.7 billion by 2026, up from €1.6 billion in 2021. This represents a growth rate of 0.2% per year. Since 2014, the Dutch paperboard market has increased by an average of 0.5% annually. In 2021, the United Kingdom was the largest market, with €1.6 billion in sales, followed by Finland, Sweden and Austria.
