Folding Paperboard Boxes Market

Folding Paperboard Boxes Market Snapshot (2022 to 2032)

According to Future Market Insights research, during the projected period, the global folding paperboard boxes market is set to enjoy a valuation of US$ 71.5 billion in 2022, and further expand at a CAGR of 4.5% to reach US$ 111.0 billion by the year 2032. The sales of the folding paperboard boxes are anticipated to bolster with the top 5 companies estimated to hold around 15-20% of the market by the end of 2022.

Based on the material, the folding boxboard is projected to remain the leading segment among the other material used for manufacturing. The reason behind the same is low production cost and short production time. The folding boxboard segment is estimated to hold 54% of the market value share by the end of 2022.

Attributes	Details
Market Size 2022	US$ 71.5 billion
Market Size 2032	US$ 111.0 billion
Value CAGR (2022 to 2032)	4.5%
Collective Value Share: Top 3 Countries (2022E)	20-25%

According to the FMI analysis, the folding paperboard boxes market revenue totaled US$ 68.6 billion in 2021. With the propelling demand from the various end-users, the global folding paperboard boxes market is projected to reach US$ 111.0 billion by 2032, accelerating at a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period.

The folding paperboard boxes market is estimated to experience a positive growth outlook during the forecast period. A new forecast by FMI anticipates that folding paperboard box sales will rise from 2022 to 2032 and is projected to create an absolute incremental growth opportunity of US$ 42.4 billion.

The significantly expanding e-commerce sector amid the pandemic has increased the demand for paperboard packaging including folding paperboard boxes. The folding paperboard boxes market is anticipated to expand 1.6 times the current market value during the forecast period.

Historic Market Outlook for Folding Paperboard Boxes Market

The global folding paperboard boxes market witnessed a CAGR of 4.2% during the historic period with a market value of US$ 68.6 billion in 2021.

The folding paperboard boxes are the most preferred as far as better packaging is concerned. Paper boxes are helping companies to advertise themselves by printing the company name and logo on the box. The different innovations like QR codes and BAR codes on the boxes are attracting manufacturers to prefer boxes for packaging.

Unlike other materials, paper is easily available. To ease the supply chain of E-commerce, paperboard boxes are having more demand. Folding paperboard boxes are a common type of consumer packaging because they are lightweight, cost-effective, versatile, environmentally friendly, printable, reusable, etc. The customization aspect of folding paperboard boxes is gaining popularity among end-use industries. The adoption of folding paperboard boxes for luxury product packaging is also increasing the sales of folding paperboard boxes. Moreover, their printability feature acts as a branding and marketing tool for end-use industries

The continuously growing food & beverage and food service industry is projected to drive the demand for the folding paperboard boxes market. The changes in the eating habits and lifestyle of the people have increased the usage of packed food which creates a growth opportunity for the folding paperboard boxes market. Overall, the global folding paperboard boxes market is anticipated to bolster at a faster pace during the forecast period.

Which Key Trend is Arising in the Folding Paperboard Boxes?

Folding paperboard boxes are cost-effective packaging solutions, as folding paperboard boxes can be customized as per the product's shape and size, which reduces packaging wastage as well as transportation costs. Also, these folding paperboard boxes are a sustainable packaging option as they can be biodegraded or recycled, or reused. Overall, folding paperboard boxes are not only sustainable but also versatile, which drives the demand for folding paperboard boxes among end users.

As per the data collected from the corrugated organization, around 95% of goods that are consumed by North Americans are packaged and transported by corrugated packaging. The supply chain for the E-commerce company will differ from any other supply chain. The safety of the product and rapid delivery of goods are the basic needs for E-commerce logistics. This increasing demand for boxes in E-commerce is driving the folding paperboard boxes.

Category-wise Insights

Which Material is expected to Hold a Major Portion of the Global Folding Paperboard Boxes Market?

Based on the material segment, the folding boxboard segment holds the major portion of the global folding paperboard boxes market. The targeted segment is projected to hold around xx of the market share by the end of 2032.

Folding boxboard is used for packaging food & beverages, as it is a lightweight protective packaging material. There are many benefits such as efficiency, low cost, biodegradability, and recyclability that drive the folding boxboard segment in the global folding paperboard boxes market.

Which End-Use Segment Shows the Lucrative Growth for the Folding Paperboard Boxes Market?

Based on the end-use industry, the food segment will boost the market for folding paperboard boxes market. The target segment is anticipated to expand 1.5 times the current market value from 2022 to 2032.

The food industry is expanding due to the rising consumption of healthy packed food items, and others. The increasing food consumption results in high demand for packaging solutions that are best suitable and convenient as well as self-appealing. This drives the demand for folding paperboard boxes. Overall these factors propelled the demand for paper and paperboard packaging solutions.

Country-wise insights

How does Mexico Drive the Demand for Folding Paperboard Boxes?

Mexico is becoming a manufacturing hub with an incremental GDP. According to data collected from World Bank, the value of Mexico’s manufacturing industry was US$ 232 billion in 2021. The huge manufacturing industry will also require a huge amount of packaging materials.

As per the data collected from World Integrated Trade Solution, the total import of paperboard boxes was US$ 717 million in 2019. The huge demand for paperboard boxes has been noticed due to the country’s rising manufacturing sector. Mexico is the biggest importer of paperboard boxes and with such substantial trading value, Mexico is driving the flexible paperboard boxes market.

How India Creates an Incremental Growth Opportunity for Folding Paperboard Boxes Market?

India is anticipated to account for around 48% of the South Asia folding paperboard boxes market by the end of 2032. India as a growing economy is having substantial growth in the packaging industry. According to the data collected by India Brand Equity Foundation, Packaging consumption in India increased by 200% in the last decade. The huge packaging industry also has scope for a sub-packaging market. The packaging market of folding paperboard boxes is the largest segment in the packaging market. This sub-market is begging for around 20% of the total Indian packaging market. The huge market share of the paper segment is suggesting opportunities for the paperboard boxes market to grow. That’s how India as an emerging economy is helping the folding paperboard boxes market to grow.

Competitive Landscape

The key players operating in the folding paperboard boxes market are trying to focus on the Expansion of their manufacturing capacities. This expansion will help big companies to capture the market. Key companies have built new plants and acquired different companies to regain their position in the market. Some of the changes are as follows:

• In July 2022, Georgia-Pacific Corporation invested US$ 34 million Bradford plant. By investing such a huge amount, the company is upgrading the corrugated manufacturing plant. This investment will help the company to add technological advancements to its plant.
• In May 2022, International paper invested US$ 21 million in its France-based plant. The Mortagne and Chalon plants will get benefit from this investment. The packaging giant is aiming to expand its manufacturing capacities through this investment.

Scope of the Report

Attribute	Details
Growth Rate	CAGR of 4.5% from 2022 to 2032
Base Year for Estimation	2021
Historical Data	2017 to 2021
Forecast Period	2022 to 2032
Quantitative Units	Revenue in USD Billion, Volume in Units and CAGR from 2022 to 2032
Report Coverage	Revenue Forecast, Volume Forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Trends and Pricing Analysis
Segments Covered	Material, Structure Type, End Use, Region
Regions Covered	North America; Latin America; Europe; East Asia; South Asia; Middle East and Africa; Oceania
Key Countries Covered	USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, China, Japan, India, GCC countries, Australia
Key Companies Profiled	Caraustar Industries Inc.; DS Smith Plc; Georgia-Pacific Corporation; International Paper; Klabin SA; Clearwater Paper Corporation; Packaging Corporation Of America; Graphic Packaging Holding Company; Nippon Paper Industries Co, Ltd; Orora Ltd.; WestRock; Smurfit Kappa Group; Emenac Packaging USA; Deluxe Packaging, Inc.
Customization & Pricing	Available upon Request

Folding Paperboard Boxes Market by Category

By Material, Folding Paperboard Boxes Market is segmented as:

• Folding Boxboard
• Solid Board
• Chip Board

By Structure Type, Folding Paperboard Boxes Market is Segmented as:

• Straight Tuck End
• Reverse Tuck End
• Tuck Top Auto-Bottom
• Tuck Top Snap-Lock Bottom
• Full Seal End Cartons
• Double Glued Sidewall

By End Use, Folding Paperboard Boxes Market is Segmented as:

• Food
• Beverage
• Healthcare
• Personal Care & Cosmetic
• Electrical & Electronic
• Building & Construction
• Other Consumer Goods

By Region, Folding Paperboard Boxes Market is Segmented as:

• North America
• Latin America
• Europe
• South Asia
• East Asia
• Middle East & Africa
• Oceania

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the value of the folding paperboard boxes market in 2021?

In 2021, the value of the global folding paperboard boxes market was US$ 68.6 billion.

At what rate is the global folding paperboard boxes market is projected to expand during the forecast period?

During the forecast period, the global folding paperboard boxes market is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 4.5%.

By 2032, what will the value of the global folding paperboard boxes market?

The global folding paperboard boxes market is expected to reach US$ 111.0 billion by the end of 2032.

Which material segment is expected to lead the global folding paperboard boxes market during the forecast period?

During the forecast period, folding boxboard is likely to be the fastest-growing material segment in the global folding paperboard boxes market.

What drives the demand for folding paperboard boxes?

The increasing demand for paperboard boxes by e-commerce companies is driving the market for folding paperboard boxes.

Which are the top players supplementing the sales of folding paperboard boxes?

DS Smith Plc, Georgia-Pacific Corporation, International Paper, Packaging Corporation Of America, Graphic Packaging Holding Company, Nippon Paper Industries Co, Ltd, WestRock Company, and Smurfit Kappa Group are the top players supplementing the sales of folding paperboard boxes.

At what rate is the Indian folding paperboard boxes market projected to grow?

As per the FMI analysis, the Indian folding paperboard boxes market is projected to expand at a CAGR of 4.9% during 2022 to 32.