| Product Code: ETC12191598 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 | |
In 2024, Ireland continued to see significant import shipments of folding boxboards, with top exporting countries being Austria, UK, Germany, South Korea, and Sweden. Despite a moderate concentration level, the industry experienced a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -6.93% from 2020 to 2024. The growth rate in 2024 also declined by -9.84% compared to the previous year. This indicates a challenging market environment for folding boxboards in Ireland, highlighting the need for strategic adjustments and market analysis to navigate the ongoing trends.

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 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Coating, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland 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 and retail sectors |
4.2.3 Emphasis on product differentiation and branding |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices |
4.3.2 Intense competition from alternative packaging materials |
4.3.3 Regulatory challenges related to environmental concerns |
5 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Trends |
6 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market, By Types |
6.1 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Coated Folding Boxboard, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Uncoated Folding Boxboard, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By High Stiffness Boxboard, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Lightweight Folding Boxboard, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market, By Material |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Virgin Pulp, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Recycled Paper, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Bleached Kraft, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Mixed Fibers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Printing, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Packaging, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market, By End User |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By FMCG, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Retailers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.5 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Industry, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market, By Coating |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By High Gloss, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.3 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Matte Finish, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.4 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Water-Resistant, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.5 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenues & Volume, By Oil-Resistant, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of recycled content in folding boxboards |
8.2 Average lead time for production and delivery |
8.3 Customer satisfaction scores related to packaging quality and durability. |
9 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Opportunity Assessment, By Coating, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Folding Boxboards Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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