The global demand for Containerboard Market is presumed to reach the market size of nearly USD 175.04 BN by 2030 from USD 130.89 BN in 2022 with a CAGR of 3.7% under the study period 2023 - 2030.
Containerboard refers to a type of paperboard material that is used in the production of corrugated packaging and boxes. It is a crucial component in the packaging industry and serves as the outer and inner layers of corrugated cardboard, providing strength, durability, and protection to various goods during transportation and storage.
Market Dynamics
The surge in e-commerce has created a need for sturdy packaging materials like containerboard to ensure the safe transportation of goods. Sustainable packaging practices align with consumer preferences for environmentally friendly products, boosting their adoption. Its durability enhances supply chain efficiency by reducing product damage during shipping and storage. Containerboard is crucial for packaging a range of goods, from consumer products to industrial and manufacturing items. Its printability supports branding and customization, which is crucial for product differentiation. Technological advancements and innovations in manufacturing processes improve its quality and performance. Additionally, regulatory standards, changing consumer behaviours, and the cost-effectiveness of containerboard contribute to its growing prominence. As global trade volumes rise and industries prioritize protective, customizable, and sustainable packaging, the containerboard market continues to expand in response to evolving demands.
The research report covers Porter’s Five Forces Model, Market Attractiveness Analysis, and Value Chain analysis. These tools help to get a clear picture of the industry’s structure and evaluate the competition attractiveness at a global level. Additionally, these tools also give an inclusive assessment of each segment in the global market of containerboard. The growth and trends of containerboard industry provide a holistic approach to this study.
Market Segmentation
This section of the containerboard market report provides detailed data on the segments at country and regional level, thereby assisting the strategist in identifying the target demographics for the respective product or services with the upcoming opportunities.
By Material
By End User
- Food & Beverage
- Personal Care & Cosmetics
- Industrial
- Others
Regional Analysis
This section covers the regional outlook, which accentuates current and future demand for the Containerboard market across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. Further, the report focuses on demand, estimation, and forecast for individual application segments across all the prominent regions.
Global Containerboard Market Share by Region (Representative Graph)

The research report also covers the comprehensive profiles of the key players in the market and an in-depth view of the competitive landscape worldwide. The major players in the Containerboard market include Mondi Group (U.K.), SCG PACKAGING PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED (Thailand), DS Smith (U.K.), Lee & Man Paper Manufacturing Ltd. (China), Smurfit Kappa (Ireland), International Paper (U.S.), Oji Fibre Solutions (NZ) Ltd. (Australia), WestRock Company (U.S.), Rengo Co. Ltd. (Japan), Georgia-Pacific LLC (U.S.), Hamburger Containerboard (Austria), Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited (Hong Kong), Stora Enso (Finland). This section consists of a holistic view of the competitive landscape that includes various strategic developments such as key mergers & acquisitions, future capacities, partnerships, financial overviews, collaborations, new product developments, new product launches, and other developments.
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