Global Kraft Paper Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2030

Global Kraft Paper Market, By Product (Specialty Kraft Paper, Sack Kraft Paper), Grade Type (Bleached, Unbleached), Type (Virgin Natural Kraft Paper, Natural Recycled Kraft Paper, Black Kraft Paper, Coloured Kraft Paper, White or Bleached Kraft Paper, Printed Kraft Paper), Finish Type (Glazed, Finished), Packaging Form (Bags and Pouches, Sacks, Envelopes, Corrugated Sheets, Composite Cans, Cartons), End-User (Food and Beverages, Pharmaceutical, Building and Construction, Cosmetic and Personal Care, Electronics and Electricals, Other) - Industry Trends and Forecast to 2030.

Kraft Paper Market Analysis and Size

Kraft paper is used for material packaging. In 1880s, Carl F. Dahl get its name from the kraft pulping process. Generally, in the manufacturing of paper used wood ‘pulped firstly, but Dahl found that treating the cellulose pulp with certain chemicals such as sulfates augmented the strength of the paper. Due to their high toughness printability and handling capacity used in the packaging industry, this paper converting it into wrapping papers, bags, pouches, cans, cartons, corrugated sheets, and others.

Data Bridge Market Research analyses that the kraft paper market was valued at USD 17.94 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 23.85 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 4.1 % during the forecast period of 2023 to 2030. Unbleached segment is expected to dominate the market due to its versatility and robustness. In addition to the insights on market scenarios such as market value, growth rate, segmentation, geographical coverage, and major players, the market reports curated by the Data Bridge Market Research also include in-depth expert analysis, geographically represented company-wise production and capacity, network layouts of distributors and partners, detailed and updated price trend analysis and deficit analysis of supply chain and demand.          

Kraft Paper Market Scope and Segmentation

Market Definition

The word kraft comes from German which means “strong” and kraft paper is just such as that kraft paper is tear resistant, durable, and brown in color due to pulping process. This paper is perfect for creating durable wrapping paper and sturdy rigid boxes and carton boxes. Kraft paper board is also available in a large range of shades, designs, and colors, making it very versatile for branded packaging solutions.

Global Kraft Paper Market Dynamics

Drivers

• Huge Demand in Packaging Industry

Kraft Paper is used as a raw material in packaging industry due to have good folding resistance, toughness. it is compulsory to have high-strength compression performance for packaging because several products are to be transported by logistics and during transport process create some packaging problems so that’s why increase the demand of kraft paper in the market for packaging and are expected to drive the growth rate of the market

• Highly Used for Gift Wrapping and DIY

Gift wrapping is very easy due to the versatility of kraft paper. The characteristic nature makes kraft paper more favourable due to their colourful creativity and textured. This paper works for personal use as well. For events and weddings, it reduce the costs by creating DIY kraft inspired decoration and invitations.

Opportunity

• Growing Government Emphasis on Paper Recycling

The growing emphasis by governments worldwide on paper recycling presents a significant opportunity for the global kraft paper market. As environmental concerns take center stage, policies and regulations favoring recycling practices can stimulate increased demand for kraft paper, given its eco-friendly attributes and recyclability. This shift aligns with sustainability goals and opens up new avenues for market expansion and growth in the kraft paper industry

Restraint/Challenge

• Availability of Alternate Packaging Materials

As sustainability concerns grow, businesses and consumers alike explore eco-friendly options beyond traditional kraft paper, such as biodegradable plastics or reusable materials. This evolving landscape poses a challenge for the market, as it must continually innovate to maintain its market share and relevance, particularly in industries where alternative materials may offer comparable or superior properties. This competition underscores the need for the kraft paper industry to adapt and remain competitive in a changing packaging landscape

This kraft paper market report provides details of new recent developments, trade regulations, import-export analysis, production analysis, value chain optimization, market share, impact of domestic and localized market players, analyses opportunities in terms of emerging revenue pockets, changes in market regulations, strategic market growth analysis, market size, category market growths, application niches and dominance, product approvals, product launches, geographic expansions, technological innovations in the market. To gain more info on the kraft paper market contact Data Bridge Market Research for an Analyst Brief, our team will help you take an informed market decision to achieve market growth

 Recent Developments

• In October 2022, Mondi PLC partners with Reckitt to launch paper-based packaging for Finish dishwasher tabs with 75% less plastic. The new packaging aims to minimize the impact on the environment
• In June 2022, Stora Enso Oyj launched premium white top kraftliner “AvantForte WhiteTop” for demanding packaging end-uses. The white top kraftliner targets demanding premium segments, such as fresh food, e-commerce, and shelf-ready packaging
• In April 2022, WestRock Company partners with Swiss Chalet to launch recyclable paperboard packaging throughout restaurant chain. The new packaging is recyclable. It is produced by WestRock using both recycled fiber and fiber from responsibly managed forests

Global Kraft Paper Market Scope

The kraft paper market is segmented on the basis of product, grade type, type, finish type, packaging form and end-user. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.

Product

• Specialty Kraft Paper
• Sack Kraft Paper

Grade Type

• Bleached
• Unbleached

Type

• Virgin Natural Kraft Paper
• Natural Recycled Kraft Paper
• Black Kraft Paper
• Coloured Kraft Paper
• White or Bleached Kraft Paper
• Printed Kraft Paper

 Finish Type

• Glazed
• Finished

Packaging Form

• Bags and Pouches
• Sacks
• Envelopes
• Corrugated Sheets
• Composite Cans
• Cartons

End-User

• Food and Beverages
• Pharmaceutical
• Building and Construction
• Cosmetic and Personal Care
• Electronics and Electricals
• Other

Kraft Paper Market Regional Analysis/Insights

The kraft paper market is analysed and market size insights and trends are provided by products, grade type, type, finish type, packaging form and end-user as referenced above.

The countries covered in the kraft paper market report are U.S., Canada and Mexico in North America, Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Rest of Europe in Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific (APAC) in the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Saudi Arabia, U.A.E., South Africa, Egypt, Israel, Rest of Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a part of Middle East and Africa (MEA), Brazil, Argentina and Rest of South America as part of South America

North America dominates the kraft paper market in terms of market share during the forecast period. This is due to the growing demand for kraft paper in this region.

Asia-Pacific is expected to grow during the forecast period of 2023 to 2030 due to growing rate of paper recycling and the rising food industry in this region. During the projected period, Asia-Pacific is anticipated to be the fastest developing region because of the rise in demand for recyclable materials for packaging products in this.

The country section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in market regulation that impact the current and future trends of the market. Data points such as down-stream and up-stream value chain analysis, technical trends and porter's five forces analysis, case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, impact of domestic tariffs and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.

Competitive Landscape and Kraft Paper Market Share Analysis

The kraft paper market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, global presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the company’s focus related to kraft paper market.

Some of the major players operating in the kraft paper market are:

• Mondi (U.K.)
• Segezha group (Russia)
• Klabin SA (Brazil)
• Billerudkorsnas (Sweden)
• Stora Enso (Finland)
• Daio Paper constrution (Japan)
• Nordic Paper (Sweden)
• Glatfelter (U.S.)
• Gascogne Papier (Austria)
• Glatfelter Corporation (U.S.)
• Tokushu Tokai Paper Co., Ltd. (Japan)
• Goodwin Robbins Packaging Company Inc. (U.S.)
• Oji Holdings Corporation (Japan)
• CTI Paper USA (U.S.)
• Canfor (Canada)
• Genus Paper & Boards Limited (India)
• Georgia-Pacific (U.S.)
• Canadian Kraft Paper Ltd. (Canada)
• Fujian Qingshan Paper Co., Ltd. (China)
• Smurfit Kappa (U.S.)
• WestRock Company (Ireland)
• SCG PACKAGING (Thailand)
• International Paper (U.S.)