| Product Code: ETC12191493 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 | |
China import shipments of folding boxboards in 2024 primarily sourced from Japan, Germany, Taiwan, Sweden, and Austria, showcasing a diverse supplier base. Despite a negative Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -3.01% from 2020-24, the market witnessed a positive growth rate of 7.78% from 2023-24. The Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicated low concentration in 2024, reflecting a competitive landscape among exporting countries. This data suggests a resilient market with potential for continued growth and partnerships among key players.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 China Folding Boxboards Market Overview |
3.1 China Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 China Folding Boxboards Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 China Folding Boxboards Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Coating, 2021 & 2031F |
4 China Folding Boxboards Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions |
4.2.2 Growth in e-commerce industry leading to higher demand for packaging materials |
4.2.3 Rising disposable income and changing consumer preferences towards premium packaging |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs |
4.3.2 Intense competition from alternative packaging materials such as plastic |
4.3.3 Stringent regulations and environmental concerns regarding paper production |
5 China Folding Boxboards Market Trends |
6 China Folding Boxboards Market, By Types |
6.1 China Folding Boxboards Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Coated Folding Boxboard, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Uncoated Folding Boxboard, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By High Stiffness Boxboard, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Lightweight Folding Boxboard, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 China Folding Boxboards Market, By Material |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Virgin Pulp, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Recycled Paper, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Bleached Kraft, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Mixed Fibers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 China Folding Boxboards Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Printing, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Packaging, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 China Folding Boxboards Market, By End User |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By FMCG, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Retailers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.5 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Industry, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5 China Folding Boxboards Market, By Coating |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By High Gloss, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.3 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Matte Finish, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.4 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Water-Resistant, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.5 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Oil-Resistant, 2021 - 2031F |
7 China Folding Boxboards Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 China Folding Boxboards Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 China Folding Boxboards Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 China Folding Boxboards Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of recycled content used in manufacturing folding boxboards |
8.2 Average lead time for production and delivery of folding boxboards |
8.3 Number of new product innovations and developments in the folding boxboards market |
9 China Folding Boxboards Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 China Folding Boxboards Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 China Folding Boxboards Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 China Folding Boxboards Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 China Folding Boxboards Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 China Folding Boxboards Market Opportunity Assessment, By Coating, 2021 & 2031F |
10 China Folding Boxboards Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 China Folding Boxboards Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 China Folding Boxboards Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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