US Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes

Description

This Freedonia Group study analyzes the market for corrugated and paperboard boxes in the US, presenting data by a number of markets in a variety of applications. Boxes can be used for shipping, packaging and storage. Boxes are defined as a paperboard container with a flat top, base, and sides, that is typically square or rectangular, and that completely encloses its contents. Historical data is provided for 2014, 2019, and 2024 with forecasts for the years 2029 and 2034 for corrugated and paperboard box demand by product and market. The study also includes annual data for 2021 to 2028.

Products segmented and analyzed are corrugated boxes (including solid fiber boxes), folding paperboard boxes (also referred to as folding cartons) and set-up (rigid) paperboard boxes. Markets segmented and analyzed are food and beverages, nonfood nondurable goods, durable goods and nonmanufacturing. Raw material consumption is provided by type for paperboard, adhesives, protective coatings (wax and wax alternatives) and inks.

Product Code: 4846

1. Executive Summary

2. Short-Term Analysis

Economic Forecast
Short-Term Corrugated & Paperboard Box Industry Trends

3. Overview

Study Scope
Historical Market Trends & Growth Factors
Supply & Demand
Demand by Box Type
Box Markets Overview
Production Trends
International Trade in Boxes
Imports
Exports
Impact of Tariffs
Pricing & Inflation

4. Raw Materials Used in Box Production

Overview
Paperboard
Product Description
Supply & Demand
Consumption in Box Production
Other Materials
Consumption of Adhesives, Coatings, & Inks in Box Production
Adhesives
Protective Coatings
Printing Inks

5. Factors Impacting Corrugated & Paperboard Box Demand

US Manufacturing Outlook
Growth of E-Commerce
Shipping Industry Trends
Overview of Parcel Shipping Industry
Direct to Consumer (DTC) Shipping
Competition in Shipping Containers
Impact of Ships in Own Container (SIOC) Trend
Retail-Ready Packaging Trends
Development of Value-Added Features in Boxes
Examples of Value-Added Features
Coated Boxes
Smart Boxes
Digital Printing & Boxes as Advertising
Competitive Products
Sustainability Initiatives
Recycling & Recycled Content
Compostability
Renewable Resource & Forest Management
Regulations & Standards
Regulatory Bodies
Renewable Energy Tax Credits
Edge Crush Testing
Consumer Insights
Thoughts About Sustainability
Importance of Various Sustainable Lifestyle Practices
Sustainable Packaging Features Particularly Sought
Online Shopping Packaging Insights
QR Codes
Frequency of Online Shopping
Estimated Share of Online Purchases Arriving in Boxes
Consumer Insights of Boxes & E-Commerce

6. Corrugated Boxes

Scope & Product Description
Supply & Demand
Production Trends
Applications (Shipping vs. Packaging)
Markets
Market Share & Key Suppliers

7. Folding Cartons

Scope & Product Description
Supply & Demand
Markets
Market Share & Key Suppliers

8. Set-Up Boxes

Scope & Product Description
Supply & Demand
Markets
Market Share & Key Suppliers

9. Food & Beverage Markets

Market Scope
Demand by Market
Grain Mill Products
Meat, Poultry, & Seafood
Fresh Produce
Bakery Products
Frozen Food
Beverages
Canned Food
Dairy Products
Candy & Confections
Other Foods

10. Nonfood Nondurable Goods Markets

Market Scope
Demand by Market
Paper & Publishing
Pharmaceuticals
Rubber & Plastic Products
Chemical Products
Cosmetics & Toiletries
Other Nonfood Nondurable Goods

11. Durable Goods Markets

Market Scope
Demand by Market
Machinery & Equipment
Fabricated Metal Products
Glass & Ceramic Products
Motor Vehicle Parts
Furniture, Lumber, & Wood Products
Toys & Sporting Goods
Silverware & Jewelry
Music, Entertainment, & Software
Instruments & All Other Durable Goods

12. Nonmanufacturing Markets

Market Scope
Demand by Market
Foodservice & Carryout
E-Commerce
Moving, Storage, & Other Nonmanufacturing Markets

13. Industry Structure

Key Findings & Industry Composition
Market Share
Mergers & Acquisitions
Competitive Strategies
Distribution Strategies
Regional Dynamics
List of Industry Participants

14. Appendix

Report Details
Definitions
Abbreviations
Freedonia Methodology
Study-Specific Methodology
Data Changes from Previous Version
Sources
Associations & Agencies
Related Studies & Reports
Macroeconomic Assumptions
Economic Environment
Demographic Trends
Consumer Spending
Manufacturers' Shipments
E-Commerce Sales
Retail Sales