India - Printing and Writing Paper - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Price for Printing and Writing Paper in India - 2023

Contents:

  1. Price for Printing and Writing Paper in India (FOB) - 2022
  2. Price for Printing and Writing Paper in India (CIF) - 2022
  3. Exports of Printing and Writing Paper in India
  4. Imports of Printing and Writing Paper in India

Price for Printing and Writing Paper in India (FOB) - 2022

The average printing and writing paper export price stood at $922 per ton in 2022, surging by 33% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to the United States ($1,126 per ton) and South Africa ($988 per ton), while the average price for exports to Saudi Arabia ($774 per ton) and Algeria ($824 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Algeria (+3.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Printing and Writing Paper in India (CIF) - 2022

The average printing and writing paper import price stood at $1,111 per ton in 2022, with an increase of 37% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a mild contraction. The import price peaked at $1,299 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($1,275 per ton), while the price for the United States ($818 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+3.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports of Printing and Writing Paper in India

In 2022, the amount of printing and writing paper exported from India fell to 742K tons, which is down by -5.5% compared with the year before. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 41%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 786K tons, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, printing and writing paper exports soared to $685M in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated a resilient increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +9.2% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +95.9% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 56%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Export of Printing and Writing Paper in India (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United Arab Emirates31.428.956.013663.0%
United States30.326.833.660.025.6%
Kenya43.123.058.055.89.0%
Nigeria40.922.686.852.38.5%
Sri Lanka86.671.867.651.4-16.0%
Nepal30.520.430.127.2-3.7%
Saudi Arabia8.37.312.024.242.9%
Turkey12.36.84.719.216.0%
Egypt6.82.82.716.935.5%
Jordan2.83.08.516.078.8%
AlgeriaN/AN/A1.015.21420.0%
South Africa4.53.57.114.246.7%
Tanzania8.55.49.013.215.8%
Others220127167184-5.8%
Total5263495446859.2%

Top Export Markets for Printing and Writing Paper from India in 2022:

  1. United Arab Emirates (161.4K tons)
  2. Kenya (63.8K tons)
  3. Nigeria (56.3K tons)
  4. United States (53.3K tons)
  5. Sri Lanka (52.7K tons)
  6. Saudi Arabia (31.3K tons)
  7. Nepal (28.5K tons)
  8. Turkey (21.2K tons)
  9. Egypt (19.9K tons)
  10. Jordan (18.9K tons)
  11. Algeria (18.4K tons)
  12. South Africa (14.4K tons)
  13. Tanzania (14.3K tons)

Imports of Printing and Writing Paper in India

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of printing and writing paper, when their volume increased by 20% to 753K tons. Overall, imports, however, recorded a abrupt contraction.

In value terms, printing and writing paper imports soared to $837M in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a mild descent.

Import of Printing and Writing Paper in India (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China17581.787.424411.7%
Indonesia19267.861.4128-12.6%
South Korea10152.553.098.4-0.9%
Japan63.042.651.987.211.4%
Finland57.141.539.843.3-8.8%
United States74.744.150.740.8-18.3%
Singapore52.328.212.136.3-11.5%
Italy16.119.233.324.314.7%
Germany21.218.920.319.6-2.6%
Belgium19.713.220.915.2-8.3%
Netherlands11.17.316.613.87.5%
Sweden9.93.86.613.510.9%
Others88.449.557.271.8-6.7%
Total882470511837-1.7%

Top Suppliers of Printing and Writing Paper to India in 2022:

  1. China (233.7K tons)
  2. Indonesia (117.6K tons)
  3. South Korea (84.2K tons)
  4. Japan (73.9K tons)
  5. United States (49.9K tons)
  6. Finland (39.6K tons)
  7. Singapore (34.4K tons)
  8. Italy (19.1K tons)
  9. Germany (16.5K tons)
  10. Sweden (14.6K tons)
  11. Belgium (14.6K tons)
  12. Netherlands (12.5K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for printing and writing paper in India. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • FCL 1612 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, mechanical
  • FCL 1615 - Printing and writing papers, uncoated, wood free
  • FCL 1616 - Printing and writing papers, coated

Country coverage:

  • India

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in India
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
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  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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