The import of bleached and clay coated kraft paper and paperboard to Japan, weighing more than 150 g/m2, is projected to grow steadily from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the import value was recorded at 87 million US Dollars. The forecast data show a gradual year-on-year increase from 2024 to 2028: 88.8, 90.136, 91.446, 92.729, 93.986 million US Dollars, respectively. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period from 2024 to 2028 is projected to be 1.43%.

Future trends to watch for include:

An increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions, which could boost imports.
Potential supply chain disruptions impacting paperboard availability and import quantities.
Fluctuations in international trade policies affecting import tariffs and costs.