Corrugated and Paperboard Boxes Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Report Covers Global Corrugated and Paperboard Boxes Market Share and Trends, and It is Segmented by Product (Corrugated and Solid Fiber Boxes, Folding Paperboard Boxes, Set-Up Paperboard Boxes, and Other Products), End-User Industry (Food and Beverage, Durable Goods, Paper and Publishing, Chemicals, and Other End-User Industries), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Middle East and Africa). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Volume (Metric Tons) for all the Above Segments.

Corrugated and Paperboard Boxes Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market Size

Corrugated and Paperboard Boxes Market Summary
Study Period 2024 - 2030
Market Volume (2025) 205.01 Million metric tons
Market Volume (2030) 260.66 Million metric tons
CAGR 4.92 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia Pacific
Largest Market Asia Pacific
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

Corrugated and Paperboard Boxes Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market Analysis

The Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market size is estimated at 205.01 million metric tons in 2025, and is expected to reach 260.66 million metric tons by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.92% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • The corrugated and paperboard box market has been developed. Still, there are opportunities for gains, especially in the rise of box features, to account for more direct-to-consumer applications and maintain sustainability.
  • Corrugated and paperboard boxes are utilized in the packaging and transportation of a wide variety of products and have become immensely significant in recent years due to the accelerated growth of the e-commerce industry, which is anticipated to remain a principal driving factor for the global corrugated and paperboard boxes market, as it requires corrugated and paperboard boxes for carrying and storing the wide variety of products it handles.
  • Also, corrugated packaging covers 88% of recycled content with added fresh fibers originating from sustainably managed forests, so it is safe rather than catastrophic. Notable e-commerce businesses like Amazon are pushing towards corrugated board packaging for e-commerce packaging as it aids in controlling costs and gives an environment-friendly option.
  • While the food and beverage industry ranks as one of the biggest established end-user application sectors for corrugated and paperboard boxes, future growth is anticipated from other developing fields, such as electronic products and accessory packaging. Asia-Pacific serves the most comprehensive and fastest-growing market globally, led by factors such as rising economies, increasing disposable incomes, and enhanced consumption of manufactured goods. Although the number of corrugator plants has declined by nearly 200 since 1992, the total production levels have increased by over 500 million square feet in the whole yearly production at a similar time (Fibre Box Association).
  • Corrugated board packaging is an adaptable and cost-efficient solution to protect, preserve, and transport a range of products. The corrugated packaging features include light weight, biodegradability, and recyclability. It is the preferred option in the packaged food market and can be found in various end-user industries, such as food, beverage, soups, seasonings, and dairy products. Compared to different packaging materials such as glass and metal, it helps reduce and protect the final product's total weight and protect it.
  • Consumers are becoming more aware of the environmental hazards of packaging and are moving their purchasing practices to more eco-friendly options. With the growing consumer and government pressure, it becomes necessary for companies to make their packaging and processes more environmentally friendly. Individuals are ready to pay more for environmentally friendly packaging. Thus, the demand for corrugated packaging is growing.
  • The need for green packaging materials, particularly paper packaging solutions, is further fueled by the enforcement of strict legislation regarding the ban on single-use plastic. In addition, the increasing use of e-commerce platforms in the region is owing to the growth of a tech-savvy population that is increasingly embracing the convenience and affordability of online shopping.

Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Industry Overview

The market for corrugated and paperboard boxes is fragmented and consists of several major players. In terms of market share, few of these major players currently dominate the market. The level of engagement among the vendors will strengthen in the years to come due to limited product differentiation and the underpricing strategy of the regional and local players. Various inorganic growth strategies are witnessed in the market by several players, including acquisitions, partnerships, and collaborations. These exercises have paved the way for augmentation of the business and customer base of market players.

  • November 2023: Visy Industries, a privately owned Australian-American paper, packaging, and recycling company, opened a new advanced corrugated box factory in Hemmant, Australia. The company invested AUD 175 million (USD 111 million) in the new factory to manufacture up to one million boxes per day. The factory supplies cardboard boxes to food and beverage companies, farmers, and growers in Queensland.
  • November 2023: Opal Packaging, a paper packaging provider, has opened its new high-tech corrugated cardboard packaging facility in Wodonga with an investment of USD 140 million. The new facility has the capacity to produce 400 tons of printed and finished corrugated boxes every day.

Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market Leaders

  1. International Paper

  2. WestRock Company

  3. Smurfit Kappa Inc

  4. DS Smith Plc

  5. Graphic Packaging International Inc

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market News

  • June 2024: Froosh introduced a line of new smoothies packaged in 750ml cardboard containers. These innovative packages boast a significantly reduced carbon footprint, up to 82% smaller than equivalent-volume glass bottles.
  • February 2024: Schubert, a provider in the packaging industry, introduced Dotlock, a groundbreaking technology that revolutionized automated packaging. Dotlock enabled the production of glue-free cardboard packaging, setting a new standard for sustainability. This innovation benefits brand owners, confectionery, and snack manufacturers and resonates with environmentally-conscious consumers.

Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Deliverables
  • 1.2 Study Assumptions
  • 1.3 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Introduction to Market Drivers and Restraints
  • 4.3 Market Drivers
    • 4.3.1 Growth in E - commerce Sales
    • 4.3.2 Growing Consumer Awareness on Paper Packaging
  • 4.4 Market Restraints
    • 4.4.1 Availability of High-performance Substitutes
    • 4.4.2 Rising Operational Costs
  • 4.5 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Force Analysis
    • 4.5.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.5.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.5.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.5.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.5.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 By Product
    • 5.1.1 Corrugated and Solid Fiber Boxes
    • 5.1.2 Folding Paperboard Boxes
    • 5.1.3 Set-up Paperboard Boxes
    • 5.1.4 Other Products
  • 5.2 By End-user Industry
    • 5.2.1 Food and Beverage
    • 5.2.2 Durable Goods
    • 5.2.3 Paper & Publishing
    • 5.2.4 Chemicals
    • 5.2.5 Other End-user Industries
  • 5.3 By Geography
    • 5.3.1 North America
    • 5.3.2 Europe
    • 5.3.3 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.3.4 South America
    • 5.3.5 Middle East & Africa

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Company Profiles*
    • 6.1.1 International Paper Company Inc.
    • 6.1.2 WestRock Company
    • 6.1.3 Smurfit Kappa Inc.
    • 6.1.4 DS Smith PLC
    • 6.1.5 Graphic Packaging International Inc.
    • 6.1.6 Mondi Group
    • 6.1.7 Georgia-Pacific LLC
    • 6.1.8 Cascades Inc.
    • 6.1.9 Klabin SA
    • 6.1.10 Oji Holding Corporation
    • 6.1.11 Nine Dragons Paper (Holding) Limited
    • 6.1.12 Packaging Corporation Of America
    • 6.1.13 Nippon Paper Industries Co. Ltd
    • 6.1.14 Orora Packaging Australia Pty Ltd
    • 6.1.15 Rengo Co. Ltd

7. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

8. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Industry Segmentation

Corrugated and paperboard boxes are crimped cardboard layers, also known as fluting, and jammed between two thin outer layers. Corrugated boxes are obtainable in numerous shapes and sizes. They are widely used in packaging diverse commodities such as dangerous chemicals, foods, beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and other substances. These boxes are the preferred means of packaging as they possess great strength, long durability, appealing artistic value, light-weightiness, recyclability, and cost-effectiveness.

The corrugated and paperboard market is segmented by product (corrugated and solid fiber boxes, folding paperboard boxes, set-up paperboard boxes, and other products), by end-user industry (food and beverage, durable goods, paper and publishing, chemicals, and other end-user industries), by geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle East and Africa). The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of volume (metric tons) for all the above segments.

By Product Corrugated and Solid Fiber Boxes
Folding Paperboard Boxes
Set-up Paperboard Boxes
Other Products
By End-user Industry Food and Beverage
Durable Goods
Paper & Publishing
Chemicals
Other End-user Industries
By Geography North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
South America
Middle East & Africa
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Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market Research FAQs

How big is the Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market?

The Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market size is expected to reach 205.01 million metric tons in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.92% to reach 260.66 million metric tons by 2030.

What is the current Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market size?

In 2025, the Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market size is expected to reach 205.01 million metric tons.

Who are the key players in Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market?

International Paper, WestRock Company, Smurfit Kappa Inc, DS Smith Plc and Graphic Packaging International Inc are the major companies operating in the Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market?

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market?

In 2025, the Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market.

What years does this Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market size was estimated at 194.92 million metric tons. The report covers the Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market historical market size for years: 2024. The report also forecasts the Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Corrugated & Paperboard Boxes Industry Report

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