The import of paper and paperboard coated, bleached, impregnated, or covered with plastics and weighing more than 150 g/m² to India was estimated at 15.2 million kilograms in 2023. The forecasted figures indicate a positive trend with incremental growth annually from 2024 to 2028, reaching 19.091 million kilograms. Year-on-year growth rates illustrate a steady increase: 4.90% (2024), 4.90% (2025), 4.59% (2026), 4.31% (2027), and 4.03% (2028). The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period from 2024 to 2028 stands at approximately 4.75%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increased demand driven by the packaging industry's expansion in India.
Potential shifts due to environmental regulations affecting plastic use in paperboard products.
Technological advancements in coatings that might alter import patterns.