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2032 年紙包裝市場預測：按產品類型、等級、最終用戶和地區進行的全球分析

Paper Packaging Market Forecasts to 2032 - Global Analysis By Product Type (Corrugated Boxes & Cases, Folding Cartons & Boxboards, Flexible Paper Packaging, Liquid Packaging Board, and Other Paper Packaging), Grade, End User and By Geography
出版日期: | 出版商: Stratistics Market Research Consulting | 英文 200+ Pages | 商品交期: 2-3個工作天內

價格

根據 Stratistics MRC 的數據，全球紙包裝市場預計在 2025 年達到 4,193 億美元，到 2032 年將達到 6,100 億美元，預測期內的複合年成長率為 5.5%。

紙質包裝強調食品、餐飲、醫療保健和消費品領域的永續、永續和可生物分解解決方案。它包括瓦楞紙箱、紙盒、包裝袋和紙板，其驅動力來自於日益增強的環保意識和更嚴格的塑膠法規。消費者對環保包裝的需求以及零售業向電子商務的轉變，正在顯著推動紙質包裝的成長。印刷、塗層和阻隔技術的進步正在提升紙張的耐用性和多功能性。隨著全球各行各業轉向更環保的替代品和循環經濟，預計該市場將經歷強勁擴張。

據印度紙業聯合會 (IBEF) 稱，受永續包裝需求的推動，2021-22 會計年度印度紙和紙板出口額年增近 80%，達到 13,963 千萬盧比。

電子商務的成長

隨著網路購物的普及，對瓦楞紙箱等耐用、輕巧且具有保護性的運輸解決方案的需求正在飆升。此外，包裝已成為直接面對消費者的企業的關鍵品牌觸點，從而推動了對高品質印刷紙板的需求。該行業的持續成長將直接轉化為紙質保護性包裝的持續大規模消費，確保製造商獲得穩定且不斷成長的收益來源。電商物流對紙質包裝的依賴鞏固了其作為市場基本驅動力的地位。

原料短缺

供應鏈中斷、物流瓶頸以及優質再生材料供應的波動，為製造商帶來了價格波動和生產不確定性。此外，限制林業和回收的環境法規可能會進一步收緊供應。這些限制可能會擠壓利潤率，阻礙滿足突如其來的需求激增的能力，並增加最終用戶的成本，迫使他們尋求更容易獲得的替代品。

產品多樣化

實現產品多樣化是關鍵的成長途徑，尤其是透過開發先進的增值紙包裝解決方案。這包括開發高性能塗層以增強防潮防油性能、整合智慧包裝功能以及創新輕盈耐用的設計。此外，擴大紙漿模塑在電子產品和奢侈品保護性包裝中的應用也蘊藏著巨大的機會。超越標準產品，企業能夠開發利潤更高的細分市場，滿足品牌的特定需求，並在不斷變化的市場中增強競爭地位。

與替代品的競爭

紙包裝產業持續面臨來自替代材料的威脅，主要是軟質塑膠和剛性聚合物。雖然永續性發展對紙張有利，但替代材料通常具有更優異的性能，例如卓越的耐用性、防潮性以及在某些應用中更低的成本。此外，生物分解性塑膠和其他新材料的創新正在模糊紙張與環保聲明之間的界線。這種競爭加劇了定價壓力，迫使紙包裝製造商不斷創新，以證明其解決方案不僅環保，而且在各種產品中都具有功能競爭力。

COVID-19的影響：

疫情對紙包裝市場產生了雙重影響。最初，封鎖措施擾亂了供應鏈和製造業，導致市場暫時放緩。然而，電子商務的蓬勃發展，加上對包裝食品、藥品和必需品的需求成長，推動了市場快速強勁的復甦。這場危機也凸顯了包裝對全球供應鏈的重要性，並加速了線上零售的轉變。這段時期最終增強了市場的基本面優勢，儘管初期營運面臨挑戰，但仍推動了銷售成長，並鞏固了在去中心化經濟中的關鍵地位。

瓦楞紙箱和紙箱市場預計將成為預測期內最大的市場

瓦楞紙箱和紙盒預計將在預測期內佔據最大的市場佔有率，這與電子商務和物流不可逆轉的成長直接相關。其固有的強度、輕質和卓越的防護性能使其成為運輸各種貨物的通用選擇。此外，其高可回收性使其與企業的永續性目標完美契合，進一步增強了其吸引力。其多功能性使其能夠適應各種產品尺寸，並適應高品質的品牌印刷，確保了該領域繼續在全球供應鏈中發揮不可或缺的作用，並鞏固了主導地位。

預計在預測期內，塗佈未漂白牛皮紙 (CUK) 部分將實現最高的複合年成長率。

預計在預測期內，塗佈未漂白牛皮紙 (CUK) 市場將憑藉其卓越的性能和美觀度實現最高成長率。 CUK 實現了最佳平衡，既保留了未漂白纖維的天然強度和質樸外觀，也具備塗層帶來的卓越印刷適性和表面光滑度。這使得它在零售包裝、食品飲料容器以及快餐容器等品牌形象至關重要的領域中廣受歡迎。此外，由於省去了耗能的漂白工序，CUK 通常被認為是一種更環保的選擇，符合消費者對永續且高品質包裝解決方案的偏好。

佔比最高的地區：

預計亞太地區將在預測期內佔據最大的市場佔有率。這一主導地位得益於其龐大的製造業基礎、快速發展的電子商務行業以及不斷成長的城市人口和不斷上升的可支配收入。此外，中國和印度等人口密集國家的政府大力推廣永續包裝，正在加速從塑膠到紙質包裝的轉變。該地區作為全球出口中心的地位進一步鞏固，對工業和消費紙質包裝的需求巨大且穩定，使其成為市場上無可爭議的領導者。

複合年成長率最高的地區：

預計歐洲地區在預測期內的複合年成長率最高。這項加速成長主要得益於歐盟嚴格的法規和指令，例如《一次性塑膠指令》，該指令積極限制塑膠包裝的使用。這些監管措施正在對紙質替代品產生巨大的替代效應。此外，消費者對可回收和可堆肥包裝的認知度和需求不斷提升，迫使從餐飲到零售等各個行業的品牌迅速採用紙質解決方案，從而為創新紙質包裝產品創造了一個充滿活力且快速成長的市場。

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目錄

第1章執行摘要

第2章 前言

  • 概述
  • 相關利益者
  • 調查範圍
  • 調查方法
    • 資料探勘
    • 數據分析
    • 數據檢驗
    • 研究途徑
  • 研究材料
    • 主要研究資料
    • 次級研究資訊來源
    • 先決條件

第3章市場走勢分析

  • 驅動程式
  • 抑制因素
  • 機會
  • 威脅
  • 產品分析
  • 最終用戶分析
  • 新興市場
  • COVID-19的影響

第4章 波特五力分析

  • 供應商的議價能力
  • 買方的議價能力
  • 替代品的威脅
  • 新進入者的威脅
  • 競爭對手之間的競爭

第5章全球紙包裝市場依產品類型

  • 瓦楞紙箱和紙箱
  • 折疊式紙盒和紙板
  • 軟紙包裝
  • 液體包裝紙板（LPB）
  • 其他紙包裝

第6章全球紙包裝市場（依等級）

  • 固體漂白硫酸鹽（SBS）
  • 塗佈未漂白牛皮紙（CUK）
  • 玻璃紙和防油紙
  • 標籤紙
  • 其他等級

第7章全球紙包裝市場（按最終用戶）

  • 飲食
  • 個人護理和化妝品
  • 醫療保健和製藥
  • 電子產品和消費品
  • 電子商務與物流
  • 其他最終用戶

第8章全球紙包裝市場（按地區）

  • 北美洲
    • 美國
    • 加拿大
    • 墨西哥
  • 歐洲
    • 德國
    • 英國
    • 義大利
    • 法國
    • 西班牙
    • 其他歐洲國家
  • 亞太地區
    • 日本
    • 中國
    • 印度
    • 澳洲
    • 紐西蘭
    • 韓國
    • 其他亞太地區
  • 南美洲
    • 阿根廷
    • 巴西
    • 智利
    • 其他南美
  • 中東和非洲
    • 沙烏地阿拉伯
    • 阿拉伯聯合大公國
    • 卡達
    • 南非
    • 其他中東和非洲地區

第9章：主要進展

  • 協議、夥伴關係、合作和合資企業
  • 收購與合併
  • 新產品發布
  • 業務擴展
  • 其他關鍵策略

第10章：企業概況

  • International Paper
  • WestRock
  • Smurfit Kappa
  • DS Smith
  • Mondi Group
  • Stora Enso
  • UPM（UPM-Kymmene）
  • Packaging Corporation of America（PCA）
  • Graphic Packaging Holding Company
  • Klabin
  • Nine Dragons Paper Holdings
  • Georgia-Pacific
  • Oji Holdings Corporation
  • Mayr-Melnhof Karton（MMK）
  • Huhtamaki
  • Amcor
  • Sappi Limited
  • Metsa Board Corporation
Product Code: SMRC31431

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Paper Packaging Market is accounted for $419.3 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $610.0 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period. The paper packaging highlights sustainable, recyclable, and biodegradable solutions across food, beverages, healthcare, and consumer goods. It encompasses corrugated boxes, cartons, bags, and paperboard, driven by rising environmental awareness and strict regulations on plastics. Consumer demand for eco-friendly packaging and the retail shift toward e-commerce significantly boost growth. Advances in printing, coating, and barrier technologies are enhancing paper's durability and versatility. This market is positioned for strong expansion as industries worldwide transition toward greener alternatives and circular economy practices.

According to IBEF, India's paper and paperboard exports hit ₹13,963 crore in FY21-22, up nearly 80% YoY, driven by demand for sustainable packaging.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

E-commerce Growth

As online shopping becomes ubiquitous, the demand for durable, lightweight, and protective shipping solutions like corrugated boxes has skyrocketed. Furthermore, packaging serves as a critical branding touchpoint for direct-to-consumer companies, fueling the need for high-quality, printed paperboard. This sector's relentless growth directly translates into sustained volume consumption for paper-based protective packaging, ensuring a steady and expanding revenue stream for manufacturers. The dependency of e-commerce logistics on paper packaging solidifies its role as a fundamental market driver.

Restraint:

Raw Material Shortages

Supply chain disruptions, logistical bottlenecks, and fluctuating availability of quality recycled content create price instability and production uncertainties for manufacturers. Additionally, environmental regulations governing forestry and recycling operations can further tighten supply. This restraint pressures profit margins and can hinder the ability to meet sudden surges in demand, potentially leading to increased costs for end-users and pushing them to explore more readily available alternatives.

Opportunity:

Product Diversification

A significant avenue for growth lies in product diversification, particularly through the development of advanced and value-added paper packaging solutions. This includes creating high-performance coatings for enhanced moisture or grease resistance, integrating smart packaging features, and innovating in lightweight yet sturdy designs. Moreover, there is a substantial opportunity in expanding the application of molded pulp for protective packaging of electronics and premium goods. By moving beyond standard offerings, companies can tap into higher-margin segments, cater to brand-specific needs, and solidify their competitive position in an evolving marketplace.

Threat:

Competition from Alternatives

The paper packaging industry faces a persistent threat from substitute materials, primarily flexible plastics and rigid polymers. While sustainability concerns are a advantage for paper, alternatives often offer superior functional properties like extreme durability, moisture barrier, and lower cost in certain applications. Additionally, innovations in biodegradable plastics and other novel materials blur the lines, challenging paper's environmental claim. This competition intensifies price pressure and necessitates continuous innovation from paper packaging producers to demonstrate that their solutions are not only eco-friendly but also functionally competitive for a wide range of products.

Covid-19 Impact:

The pandemic had a dual impact on the paper packaging market. Initially, lockdowns disrupted supply chains and manufacturing, causing temporary slowdowns. However, the surge in e-commerce activity, coupled with heightened demand for packaged food, pharmaceuticals, and essential goods, led to a rapid and robust recovery. The crisis underscored the indispensability of packaging for global supply chains, accelerating the shift towards online retail. This period ultimately reinforced the market's fundamental strength, driving volume growth despite early operational challenges and solidifying its critical role in a distributed economy.

The corrugated boxes & cases segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The corrugated boxes & cases segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period directly linked to the irreversible growth of e-commerce and logistics. Its inherent strength, lightweight nature, and excellent protective qualities make it the universal choice for shipping a vast array of goods. Furthermore, its high recyclability aligns perfectly with corporate sustainability goals, enhancing its appeal. The segment's versatility for various product sizes and its adaptability for high-quality printing for branding ensure its continued and essential role in the global supply chain, securing its leading position.

The coated unbleached kraft (CUK) segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Over the forecast period, the coated unbleached kraft (CUK) segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate driven by its superior performance and aesthetic appeal. CUK offers an optimal balance, providing the natural strength and rustic look of unbleached fiber with the enhanced printability and surface smoothness of a coating. This makes it exceptionally popular for retail-ready packaging, beverage carriers, and fast-food containers where brand image is crucial. Moreover, as it avoids the energy-intensive bleaching process, it is often perceived as a more environmentally sound option, aligning with consumer preferences for sustainable yet high-quality packaging solutions.

Region with largest share:

During the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is expected to hold the largest market share. This hegemony is fueled by a massive manufacturing base, a rapidly expanding e-commerce sector, and increasing urban populations with rising disposable incomes. Additionally, government initiatives promoting sustainable packaging in densely populated countries like China and India are accelerating the shift from plastic to paper. The region's dominance is further cemented by its role as a global export hub, which generates immense, consistent demand for industrial and consumer-grade paper packaging, making it the undeniable volume leader in the market.

Region with highest CAGR:

Over the forecast period, the Europe region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR. This accelerated growth is predominantly propelled by the European Union's stringent regulations and directives, such as the Single-Use Plastics Directive, which actively discourage the use of plastic packaging. This regulatory push is creating a massive substitution effect towards paper-based alternatives. Furthermore, exceptionally high consumer awareness and demand for recyclable and compostable packaging are compelling brands to rapidly adopt paper solutions across diverse sectors, from food service to retail, creating a vibrant and fast-growing market for innovative paper packaging products.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Paper Packaging Market include International Paper, WestRock, Smurfit Kappa, DS Smith, Mondi Group, Stora Enso, UPM (UPM-Kymmene), Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), Graphic Packaging Holding Company, Klabin, Nine Dragons Paper Holdings, Georgia-Pacific, Oji Holdings Corporation, Mayr-Melnhof Karton (MMK), Huhtamaki, Amcor, Sappi Limited, and Metsa Board Corporation.

Key Developments:

In August 2025, Finnish pulp and paper manufacturer Stora Enso has inaugurated its modern consumer packaging board production line at its Oulu mill in Finland, following a €1.1bn ($1.2bn) investment. The investment is part of a larger €1.7bn investment in the site since 2019. This strategic move has enabled the conversion of former paper machines into state-of-the-art board lines, decreasing the mill's environmental impact by slashing carbon dioxide emissions by 90%.

In May 2025, Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, is pleased to announce that following the start-up of its state-of-the-art paper machine at its Steti mill (Czech Republic) in December 2024, early production runs have demonstrated excellent results in terms of strength, runnability and consistent quality.

In November 2023, WestRock announced a partnership with Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages to replace 200,000 pounds of plastic annually with paper packaging solutions..

Product Types Covered:

  • Corrugated Boxes & Cases
  • Folding Cartons & Boxboards
  • Flexible Paper Packaging
  • Liquid Packaging Board (LPB)
  • Other Paper Packaging

Grades Covered:

  • Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS)
  • Coated Unbleached Kraft (CUK)
  • Glassine & Greaseproof Paper
  • Label Paper
  • Other Grades

End Users Covered:

  • Food & Beverage
  • Personal Care & Cosmetics
  • Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
  • Electronics & Consumer Goods
  • E-commerce & Logistics
  • Other End Users

Regions Covered:

  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • Italy
    • France
    • Spain
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
    • Australia
    • New Zealand
    • South Korea
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • South America
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
    • Chile
    • Rest of South America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Qatar
    • South Africa
    • Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

  • Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
  • Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
  • Covers Market data for the years 2024, 2025, 2026, 2028, and 2032
  • Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
  • Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
  • Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
  • Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
  • Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

Free Customization Offerings:

All the customers of this report will be entitled to receive one of the following free customization options:

  • Company Profiling
    • Comprehensive profiling of additional market players (up to 3)
    • SWOT Analysis of key players (up to 3)
  • Regional Segmentation
    • Market estimations, Forecasts and CAGR of any prominent country as per the client's interest (Note: Depends on feasibility check)
  • Competitive Benchmarking
    • Benchmarking of key players based on product portfolio, geographical presence, and strategic alliances

Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary

2 Preface

  • 2.1 Abstract
  • 2.2 Stake Holders
  • 2.3 Research Scope
  • 2.4 Research Methodology
    • 2.4.1 Data Mining
    • 2.4.2 Data Analysis
    • 2.4.3 Data Validation
    • 2.4.4 Research Approach
  • 2.5 Research Sources
    • 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
    • 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
    • 2.5.3 Assumptions

3 Market Trend Analysis

  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Drivers
  • 3.3 Restraints
  • 3.4 Opportunities
  • 3.5 Threats
  • 3.6 Product Analysis
  • 3.7 End User Analysis
  • 3.8 Emerging Markets
  • 3.9 Impact of Covid-19

4 Porters Five Force Analysis

  • 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
  • 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
  • 4.3 Threat of substitutes
  • 4.4 Threat of new entrants
  • 4.5 Competitive rivalry

5 Global Paper Packaging Market, By Product Type

  • 5.1 Introduction
  • 5.2 Corrugated Boxes & Cases
  • 5.3 Folding Cartons & Boxboards
  • 5.4 Flexible Paper Packaging
  • 5.5 Liquid Packaging Board (LPB)
  • 5.6 Other Paper Packaging

6 Global Paper Packaging Market, By Grade

  • 6.1 Introduction
  • 6.2 Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS)
  • 6.3 Coated Unbleached Kraft (CUK)
  • 6.4 Glassine & Greaseproof Paper
  • 6.5 Label Paper
  • 6.6 Other Grades

7 Global Paper Packaging Market, By End User

  • 7.1 Introduction
  • 7.2 Food & Beverage
  • 7.3 Personal Care & Cosmetics
  • 7.4 Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
  • 7.5 Electronics & Consumer Goods
  • 7.6 E-commerce & Logistics
  • 7.7 Other End Users

8 Global Paper Packaging Market, By Geography

  • 8.1 Introduction
  • 8.2 North America
    • 8.2.1 US
    • 8.2.2 Canada
    • 8.2.3 Mexico
  • 8.3 Europe
    • 8.3.1 Germany
    • 8.3.2 UK
    • 8.3.3 Italy
    • 8.3.4 France
    • 8.3.5 Spain
    • 8.3.6 Rest of Europe
  • 8.4 Asia Pacific
    • 8.4.1 Japan
    • 8.4.2 China
    • 8.4.3 India
    • 8.4.4 Australia
    • 8.4.5 New Zealand
    • 8.4.6 South Korea
    • 8.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
  • 8.5 South America
    • 8.5.1 Argentina
    • 8.5.2 Brazil
    • 8.5.3 Chile
    • 8.5.4 Rest of South America
  • 8.6 Middle East & Africa
    • 8.6.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 8.6.2 UAE
    • 8.6.3 Qatar
    • 8.6.4 South Africa
    • 8.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa

9 Key Developments

  • 9.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
  • 9.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
  • 9.3 New Product Launch
  • 9.4 Expansions
  • 9.5 Other Key Strategies

10 Company Profiling

  • 10.1 International Paper
  • 10.2 WestRock
  • 10.3 Smurfit Kappa
  • 10.4 DS Smith
  • 10.5 Mondi Group
  • 10.6 Stora Enso
  • 10.7 UPM (UPM-Kymmene)
  • 10.8 Packaging Corporation of America (PCA)
  • 10.9 Graphic Packaging Holding Company
  • 10.10 Klabin
  • 10.11 Nine Dragons Paper Holdings
  • 10.12 Georgia-Pacific
  • 10.13 Oji Holdings Corporation
  • 10.14 Mayr-Melnhof Karton (MMK)
  • 10.15 Huhtamaki
  • 10.16 Amcor
  • 10.17 Sappi Limited
  • 10.18 Metsa Board Corporation

List of Tables

  • Table 1 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Region (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 2 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Product Type (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 3 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Corrugated Boxes & Cases (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 4 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Folding Cartons & Boxboards (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 5 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Flexible Paper Packaging (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 6 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Liquid Packaging Board (LPB) (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 7 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Other Paper Packaging (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 8 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Grade (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 9 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS) (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 10 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Coated Unbleached Kraft (CUK) (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 11 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Glassine & Greaseproof Paper (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 12 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Label Paper (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 13 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Other Grades (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 14 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By End User (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 15 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Food & Beverage (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 16 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Personal Care & Cosmetics (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 17 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 18 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Electronics & Consumer Goods (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 19 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By E-commerce & Logistics (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 20 Global Paper Packaging Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2024-2032) ($MN)

Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.