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The article provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers from 2012 to 2022, projecting trends and forecasts up to 2030. It covers consumption patterns, production figures, import/export statistics, and price fluctuations. Key highlights include the increased demand leading to a slight growth in market volume and value, with China emerging as the largest consumer and producer. The United States is the major importer, while Canada and Sweden dominate the export market. Price trends show fluctuations based on product type and country of origin, indicating potential growth in the immediate term.
Market Forecast
Driven by rising demand for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers worldwide, the market is expected to start an upward consumption trend over the next eight years. The performance of the market is forecast to increase slightly, with an anticipated CAGR of +1.8% for the period from 2022 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to 31M tons by the end of 2030.
In value terms, the market is forecast to increase with an anticipated CAGR of +3.7% for the period from 2022 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market value to $62.5B (in nominal prices) by the end of 2030.
Consumption
World Consumption of Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers
For the fifth consecutive year, the global market recorded decline in consumption of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers, which decreased by -2.3% to 27M tons in 2022. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a slight decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the consumption volume increased by 0.5%. Over the period under review, global consumption of reached the peak volume at 32M tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
The size of the market for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers worldwide shrank to $46.6B in 2022, dropping by -2.4% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Global consumption peaked at $47.8B in 2021, and then fell slightly in the following year.
Consumption By Country
China (17M tons) remains the largest uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers consuming country worldwide, accounting for 66% of total volume. Moreover, consumption of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States (1.6M tons), more than tenfold. Germany (1.3M tons) ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume in China was relatively modest. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of consumption growth: the United States (-7.3% per year) and Germany (-2.6% per year).
In value terms, China ($38B) led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($1.3B). It was followed by Germany.
In China, the market of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of market growth: the United States (-7.2% per year) and Germany (-2.9% per year).
The countries with the highest levels of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers per capita consumption in 2022 were Germany (16 kg per person), China (12 kg per person) and Spain (11 kg per person).
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of -0.5%), while papers for the other global leaders experienced a decline in the per capita consumption figures.
Production
World Production of Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers
In 2022, global production of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers declined modestly to 27M tons, shrinking by -2.9% against 2021 figures. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a mild shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 1.6%. Global production peaked at 32M tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, production of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers declined slightly to $51.6B in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, the total production indicated a moderate increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production increased by +75.2% against 2016 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume increased by 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global production of reached the peak level at $52.8B in 2021, and then shrank in the following year.
Production By Country
China (17M tons) remains the largest uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers producing country worldwide, accounting for 64% of total volume. Moreover, production of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany (1.7M tons), tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Canada (1.5M tons), with a 5.7% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume in China was relatively modest. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Germany (-1.6% per year) and Canada (-3.5% per year).
Imports
World Imports of Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers
For the fifth year in a row, the global market recorded decline in overseas purchases of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers, which decreased by -4.9% to 4.4M tons in 2022. Overall, imports saw a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when imports increased by 1.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global imports of hit record highs at 7.5M tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, imports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers skyrocketed to $4.2B in 2022. In general, imports recorded a pronounced reduction. Global imports peaked at $6.3B in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports By Country
The United States was the major importer of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers in the world, with the volume of imports amounting to 1.2M tons, which was approx. 27% of total imports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Germany (403K tons), France (351K tons), Italy (247K tons) and the UK (238K tons), together making up a 28% share of total imports. The following importers - Sweden (197K tons), Belgium (183K tons), Poland (178K tons), Spain (135K tons), the Czech Republic (96K tons), China (93K tons), Turkey (75K tons) and South Africa (69K tons) - together made up 23% of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers imports into the United States stood at -5.5%. At the same time, China (+6.3%) and Sweden (+2.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, China emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of +6.3% from 2012-2022. The Czech Republic experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, France (-2.6%), Turkey (-2.7%), South Africa (-3.4%), Italy (-3.8%), Spain (-4.5%), Poland (-6.1%), Belgium (-6.7%), Germany (-7.4%) and the UK (-8.5%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Sweden (+2.4 p.p.) and France (+1.9 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global imports from 2012-2022, the share of the UK (-2.3 p.p.) and Germany (-2.5 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the United States ($1B) constitutes the largest market for imported uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers worldwide, comprising 24% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($388M), with a 9.2% share of global imports. It was followed by France, with an 8.2% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in the United States totaled -5.4%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (-6.0% per year) and France (-0.8% per year).
Imports By Type
Paper & paperboard; uncoated, over 10% by weight of the total fibre content obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process fibres, rolls prevails in papers structure, finishing at 4M tons, which was near 90% of total imports in 2022. Uncoated paper and paperboard; in square or rectangular sheets with one side <= 435 mm and the other side <= 297 mm in the unfolded state (237K tons) held the second position in the ranking, followed by uncoated paper and paperboard in square with one side > 435 mm or with one side <= 435 mm and the other side > 297 mm in the unfolded state (224K tons). All these products together took approx. 10% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to paper & paperboard; uncoated, over 10% by weight of the total fibre content obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process fibres, rolls imports of stood at -5.5%. Uncoated paper and paperboard; in square or rectangular sheets with one side <= 435 mm and the other side <= 297 mm in the unfolded state experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. uncoated paper and paperboard in square with one side > 435 mm or with one side <= 435 mm and the other side > 297 mm in the unfolded state (-2.6%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of uncoated paper and paperboard; in square or rectangular sheets with one side <= 435 mm and the other side <= 297 mm in the unfolded state (+2.1 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global imports from 2012-2022, the share of paper & paperboard; uncoated, over 10% by weight of the total fibre content obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process fibres, rolls (-3.3 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other products remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, paper & paperboard; uncoated, over 10% by weight of the total fibre content obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process fibres, rolls ($3.6B) constitutes the largest type of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers imported worldwide, comprising 85% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by uncoated paper and paperboard in square with one side > 435 mm or with one side <= 435 mm and the other side > 297 mm in the unfolded state ($356M), with an 8.4% share of global imports.
For paper & paperboard; uncoated, over 10% by weight of the total fibre content obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process fibres, rolls, imports contracted by an average annual rate of -4.4% over the period from 2012-2022. For the other products, the average annual rates were as follows: uncoated paper and paperboard in square with one side > 435 mm or with one side <= 435 mm and the other side > 297 mm in the unfolded state (-1.3% per year) and uncoated paper and paperboard; in square or rectangular sheets with one side <= 435 mm and the other side <= 297 mm in the unfolded state (+0.9% per year).
Import Prices By Type
The average import price for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers stood at $959 per ton in 2022, rising by 31% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.3%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by the product type; the product with the highest price was uncoated paper and paperboard in square with one side > 435 mm or with one side <= 435 mm and the other side > 297 mm in the unfolded state ($1,586 per ton), while the price for paper & paperboard; uncoated, over 10% by weight of the total fibre content obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process fibres, rolls ($903 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by uncoated paper and paperboard in square with one side > 435 mm or with one side <= 435 mm and the other side > 297 mm in the unfolded state (+1.3%), while the other products experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices By Country
In 2022, the average import price for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers amounted to $959 per ton, rising by 31% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.3%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($1,276 per ton), while the UK ($840 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Czech Republic (+2.5%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Exports
World Exports of Uncoated Mechanical Printing and Writing Papers
Global exports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers reduced to 5M tons in 2022, shrinking by -7.7% compared with the year before. Overall, exports showed a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 16%. Over the period under review, the global exports of reached the maximum at 8.1M tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, exports of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers skyrocketed to $4.6B in 2022. In general, exports saw a perceptible descent. Over the period under review, the global exports of attained the peak figure at $6.7B in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports By Country
Canada (1.2M tons) and Sweden (1.2M tons) represented roughly 47% of total exports in 2022. Germany (762K tons) took the next position in the ranking, distantly followed by Norway (346K tons), Finland (310K tons) and Belgium (260K tons). All these countries together took near 34% share of total exports. The Netherlands (217K tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +7.3%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.
In value terms, Canada ($1.1B), Sweden ($1B) and Germany ($689M) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022, together accounting for 60% of global exports. Norway, Finland, Belgium and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 20%.
Among the main exporting countries, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +5.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.
Exports By Type
Paper & paperboard; uncoated, over 10% by weight of the total fibre content obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process fibres, rolls prevails in papers structure, recording 4.6M tons, which was near 92% of total exports in 2022. The following types - uncoated paper and paperboard; in square or rectangular sheets with one side <= 435 mm and the other side <= 297 mm in the unfolded state (200K tons) and uncoated paper and paperboard in square with one side > 435 mm or with one side <= 435 mm and the other side > 297 mm in the unfolded state (196K tons) - each accounted for an 8% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to paper & paperboard; uncoated, over 10% by weight of the total fibre content obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process fibres, rolls exports of stood at -5.0%. Uncoated paper and paperboard; in square or rectangular sheets with one side <= 435 mm and the other side <= 297 mm in the unfolded state experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. uncoated paper and paperboard in square with one side > 435 mm or with one side <= 435 mm and the other side > 297 mm in the unfolded state (-5.0%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of uncoated paper and paperboard; in square or rectangular sheets with one side <= 435 mm and the other side <= 297 mm in the unfolded state increased by +1.7 percentage points. The shares of the other products remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, paper & paperboard; uncoated, over 10% by weight of the total fibre content obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process fibres, rolls ($4B) remains the largest type of uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers supplied worldwide, comprising 87% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by uncoated paper and paperboard in square with one side > 435 mm or with one side <= 435 mm and the other side > 297 mm in the unfolded state ($333M), with a 7.2% share of global exports.
For paper & paperboard; uncoated, over 10% by weight of the total fibre content obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process fibres, rolls, exports declined by an average annual rate of -3.9% over the period from 2012-2022. For the other products, the average annual rates were as follows: uncoated paper and paperboard in square with one side > 435 mm or with one side <= 435 mm and the other side > 297 mm in the unfolded state (-2.9% per year) and uncoated paper and paperboard; in square or rectangular sheets with one side <= 435 mm and the other side <= 297 mm in the unfolded state (+1.5% per year).
Export Prices By Type
In 2022, the average export price for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers amounted to $931 per ton, picking up by 35% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.3%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by the product type; the product with the highest price was uncoated paper and paperboard in square with one side > 435 mm or with one side <= 435 mm and the other side > 297 mm in the unfolded state ($1,697 per ton), while the average price for exports of paper & paperboard; uncoated, over 10% by weight of the total fibre content obtained by mechanical or chemi-mechanical process fibres, rolls ($880 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by uncoated paper and paperboard in square with one side > 435 mm or with one side <= 435 mm and the other side > 297 mm in the unfolded state (+2.2%), while the other products experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices By Country
The average export price for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers stood at $931 per ton in 2022, surging by 35% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.3%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in Canada ($914 per ton) and Germany ($903 per ton), while the Netherlands ($676 per ton) and Finland ($803 per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (+1.8%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for uncoated mechanical printing and writing papers. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
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- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
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- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
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- Chile
- Ireland
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- Greece
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- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
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- Romania
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- Global market volume and value
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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