In 2023, the United States led global exports of Unbleached Kraft Paper and Paperboard weighing 150-225 g/m2, followed by Australia and Finland. Positive export growth was observed in key markets, with Chile and India showing notable increases of 17.19% and 1.0%, respectively. Japan also marked growth with a 5.79% rise. In contrast, significant downturns occurred in South Korea (-9.08%) and China (-13.32%), while European markets like Italy and Portugal experienced steep declines of over 30%. Other countries showed moderate year-on-year fluctuations, reflecting diverse regional dynamics in production and demand.
Future trends to monitor include potential recovery in declining markets like China and South Korea, which could re-balance overall export dynamics. Additionally, sustained increases in emergent markets, such as South Africa, may redefine competitive landscapes in the coming years. Continuous growth in demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions could further bolster this sector’s resilience. Monitoring geopolitical factors and global economic conditions will also be crucial, as these may profoundly impact international trade flows and regulatory environments influencing this market segment.
Top countries in Export of Unbleached Kraft Paper and Paperboard Weighing 150-225 g/m2 by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 434,570,000 | 2023 | +1.45% | +0.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Australia | 269,140,000 | 2023 | +2.62% | +3.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 137,950,000 | 2023 | +1.32% | +1.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 India | 13,475,000 | 2023 | +6.69% | +1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 5,320,100 | 2023 | -3.52% | -9.08% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Chile | 2,985,000 | 2023 | +6.89% | +17.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 2,768,600 | 2023 | +3.76% | +1.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 China | 2,579,000 | 2023 | -33.08% | -13.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Japan | 2,297,100 | 2023 | -0.42% | +5.79% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 1,324,200 | 2023 | +1.86% | +2.58% | View data |
