Global Paper Packaging Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2033
Global paper packaging market, 2021-2033 (US$M)
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Global paper packaging market highlights
- The global paper packaging market generated a revenue of USD 416,068.3 million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 611,655.2 million by 2033.
- The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2026 - 2033) of 5% by 2033.
- In terms of segment, recycled paper accounted for a revenue of USD 236,120.8 million in 2025.
- Recycled Paper is the most lucrative grade segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
- In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2025.
- Country-wise, India is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2026 to 2033.
Global data book summary
| Market revenue in 2025 | USD 416,068.3 million |
| Market revenue in 2033 | USD 611,655.2 million |
| Growth rate | 5% (CAGR from 2026 to 2033) |
| Largest segment | Recycled paper |
| Fastest growing segment | Recycled Paper |
| Historical data covered | 2021 - 2024 |
| Base year for estimation | 2025 |
| Forecast period covered | 2026 - 2033 |
| Quantitative units | Revenue in USD million |
| Market segmentation | Virgin Paper, Recycled Paper |
Other key industry trends
- In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 23.0% of the global paper packaging market in 2025.
- By country, the China is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
- By country, India is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 31,890.2 million by 2033.
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Paper Packaging Market Companies
| Name | Profile | # Employees | HQ | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westrock Company | View profile | 51-100 | Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, North America | https://www.westrockusa.com/en/# |
| Smurfit Kappa Group PLC | View profile | 47000 | Beech Hill, Clonskeagh, Dublin 4, Dublin, Ireland, D04 N2R2 | https://www.smurfitkappa.com |
| DS Smith PLC | View profile | 29672 | 1 Paddington Square, Level 3, London, United Kingdom, W2 1DL | https://www.dssmith.com |
| Packaging Corp of America | View profile | 14900 | 1 North Field Court, Lake Forest, IL, United States, 60045 | https://www.packagingcorp.com |
| International Paper Co | View profile | 39000 | 6400 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN, United States, 38197 | https://www.internationalpaper.com |
| Georgia-Pacific | View profile | 10001+ | Atlanta, Georgia, United States, North America | http://www.gp.com/aboutus/companyoverview/index.html |
| Sappi Ltd ADR | View profile | 11222 | 108 Oxford Road, Rosebank, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, GT, South Africa, 2198 | https://www.sappi.com |
| Nippon Paper Industries Co Ltd | View profile | 15959 | 4-6, Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 101-0062 | http://www.nipponpapergroup.com |
| Mondi PLC | View profile | 21773 | The Heights, Brooklands, Ground Floor, Building 5, Weybridge, Surrey, United Kingdom, KT13 0NY | https://www.mondigroup.com |
| Crown Holdings Inc | View profile | 25000 | 14025 Riveredge Drive, Suite 300, Tampa, FL, United States, 33637-2015 | https://www.crowncork.com |
| Amcor PLC | View profile | 41000 | 83 Tower Road North, Warmley, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS30 8XP | https://www.amcor.com |
| Sonoco Products Co | View profile | 23000 | 1 N. Second Street, Hartsville, SC, United States, 29550 | http://www.sonoco.com |
Global paper packaging market outlook
The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to paper packaging market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.
Recycled paper was the largest segment with a revenue share of 56.75% in 2025. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global paper packaging market based on virgin paper, recycled paper covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.
- Global Paper Packaging Grade Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
- Virgin Paper
- Recycled Paper
- Global Paper Packaging Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
- Corrugated Boxes
- Folding Cartons
- Paper Bags & Sacks
- Liquid Packaging Cartons
- Others Material
- Global Paper Packaging Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
- Food & Beverages
- Personal Care & Cosmetics
- Healthcare
- Consumer Goods
- E-commerce & Retail
- Industrial Packaging
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