| Product Code: ETC5379099 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, Ireland continued to rely on imports of unbleached hardwood kraft pulp, with top exporting countries being Finland, USA, Areas, nes, Côte d`Ivoire, and China. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market. However, the industry experienced a significant decline with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -36.52% from 2020 to 2024. The growth rate in 2024 plummeted even further at -88.41%, highlighting challenges and changes in the market dynamics. This data suggests the need for strategic planning and adaptation within the industry.

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 Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Grade Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing environmental awareness leading to increased demand for sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions. |
4.2.2 Rising emphasis on reducing carbon footprint and using renewable resources in the paper and pulp industry. |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in pulp manufacturing processes improving efficiency and quality of unbleached hardwood kraft pulp. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs and profitability. |
4.3.2 Regulatory challenges related to environmental standards and forest management practices. |
4.3.3 Intense competition from other types of pulp and alternative packaging materials. |
5 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Trends |
6 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market, By Grade Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical Pulp, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Revenues & Volume, By Semi-Chemical Pulp, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Revenues & Volume, By Mechanical Pulp, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Revenues & Volume, By Sack Paper, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Revenues & Volume, By Tissue Paper, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Revenues & Volume, By Corrugated Material, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Revenues & Volume, By Printing & Writing Papers, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialty Kraft and Wrapping Papers, 2021-2031F |
7 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Energy efficiency in the pulp manufacturing process. |
8.2 Percentage of recycled content in the unbleached hardwood kraft pulp. |
8.3 Carbon footprint reduction initiatives implemented by the industry. |
8.4 Research and development investments in sustainable pulp production technologies. |
8.5 Market demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions. |
9 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Opportunity Assessment, By Grade Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Unbleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |