The Netherlands leads the global export market for composite paper and paperboard with a commanding share, significantly outpacing Germany and the United States. Over the last year, Poland, South Korea, Czech Republic, and Kuwait have shown notable growth, while traditional markets like Finland, Sweden, and France have declined. Smaller players such as Ireland and Ukraine observed substantial decreases. In the broader five-year view, Japan, Lithuania, and New Zealand experienced positive trends, contrasting with significant drops in Denmark and Slovakia.
Future trends to watch include potential rebounds or further declines in major markets like Sweden and France, alongside growth opportunities in emerging markets such as China and Kuwait, influenced by changing trade policies and sustainability initiatives in packaging materials.
Top countries in Export of Composite Paper and Paperboard Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 48.24 | 2023 | +0.82% | +0.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 12.49 | 2023 | +0.65% | +0.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United States | 5.81 | 2023 | +0.3% | +0.78% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 5.39 | 2023 | +2.64% | +1.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 4.33 | 2023 | +0.068% | -0.79% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 3.21 | 2023 | -1.15% | -1.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Canada | 2.76 | 2023 | -0.27% | +1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Switzerland | 2.4 | 2023 | +0.25% | +0.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 China | 2.27 | 2023 | -1.04% | +1.08% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2.09 | 2023 | +0.78% | +1.56% | View data |
