Global kraft and wrapping paper study
This study provides analysis and forecasts of world kraft and wrapping paper markets
There are growing opportunities in the global kraft paper markets because of rising e-commerce demand and other end uses preferring paper over plastic for environmental reasons.
However, markets vary widely by region, with different use patterns and outlooks by subgrade.
This analysis delves into the details of each market and provides insights into opportunities for growth. It also provides an outlook for the market balance as companies consider capacity expansion and conversion.
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- Historical data and forecasts on demand and supply for 2010-2026
- Subgrade coverage for sack kraft, bag, converting and other kraft, and food wrapping, with further breakouts on bleached and unbleached grades for most regions
- Market details for Asia, Europe, North America, Latin America and the rest of the world, with further breakouts for major countries and subregions
- Analysis of current global cost competitiveness for sack kraft paper.
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