The import of waste or scrap of paper and paperboard of bleached chemical pulp to the US is on a steady upward trend from 2024 to 2028, with volumes increasing from 57.029 to 60.578 million kilograms. In 2023, this figure was reported at approximately 56.217 million kilograms, highlighting a consistent rise. The year-on-year growth rates show modest increases of around 1.6% to 1.8% annually. Over the five-year forecasted period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) averages approximately 1.5%, indicating stable yet gradual growth.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in environmental policies, which could influence import regulations, and technological advancements in recycling that may affect the demand and supply dynamics for imported waste paper. Additionally, shifts in global economic conditions could impact the availability and pricing of these imports.
