In 2023, Australia led global exports of unbleached kraft paper and paperboard weighing 225 g/m2 or more, with $128.6 million in exports, marking a year-on-year increase of 3.68%. The United States followed with $80.072 million, despite a decline of 3.37%. Switzerland, India, and Germany also marked positive growth, while China saw a slight dip of 0.44%. Significant growth was observed in Chile with an astounding increase of 191.36%, reflecting its emerging role in this market. Conversely, Spain and Russia experienced substantial reductions of 13.31% and 28.71% respectively, indicating volatile export performance.
Future trends to watch include the potential for shifting market dynamics due to environmental policies and sustainable packaging initiatives likely to increase demand for kraft paper. Furthermore, the rise of digital commerce may drive demand for packaging materials, influencing export patterns. Monitoring emerging markets and the impact of technological advancements in paper production could provide insights into the evolution of global exports in this sector.
Top countries in Export of Unbleached Kraft Paper and Paperboard Weighing 225 g/m2 or More by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Australia | 128,600,000 | 2023 | +3.41% | +3.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 80,072,000 | 2023 | -5.22% | -3.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Switzerland | 26,136,000 | 2023 | -1% | +3.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 India | 20,597,000 | 2023 | +5.9% | +2.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 16,613,000 | 2023 | +5.54% | +3.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 China | 8,419,100 | 2023 | -2.18% | -0.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 7,134,600 | 2023 | +5.4% | +5.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Japan | 6,128,100 | 2023 | -3.52% | -1.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ukraine | 5,336,300 | 2023 | -1.21% | +2.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Arab Emirates | 2,264,900 | 2023 | +6.15% | +0.15% | View data |
