The Kraft Paper Market is expected to register a CAGR of 4.3% from 2025 to 2031, with a market size expanding from US$ XX million in 2024 to US$ XX Million by 2031.
The report is segmented by grade (bleached and unbleached). The report is further segmented by type (virgin kraft paper and recycled kraft paper). The report is segmented by application (cartons and boxes, printing and writing paper, bags and pouches, lamination and coating, and others). The report further presents an analysis based on the end-use industry (food and beverage, building and construction, pharmaceuticals, personal care and cosmetics, and others). The report scope covers five regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America and key countries under each region. The global analysis is further broken down at the regional level and major countries. The Report Offers the Value in USD for the above analysis and segments.
Purpose of the ReportThe report Kraft Paper Market by The Insight Partners aims to describe the present landscape and future growth, top driving factors, challenges, and opportunities. This will provide insights to various business stakeholders, such as:
- Technology Providers/Manufacturers: To understand the evolving market dynamics and know the potential growth opportunities, enabling them to make informed strategic decisions.
- Investors: To conduct a comprehensive trend analysis regarding the market growth rate, market financial projections, and opportunities that exist across the value chain.
- Regulatory bodies: To regulate policies and police activities in the market with the aim of minimizing abuse, preserving investor trust and confidence, and upholding the integrity and stability of the market.
Kraft Paper Market Segmentation
Grade- Bleached
- Unbleached
- Virgin Kraft Paper
- Recycled Kraft Paper
Strategic Insights
Kraft Paper Market Growth Drivers- Role of Kraft Paper in Promoting Environmental Sustainability: Demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions is now driven by increased environmental sustainability awareness. Its raw material comes from wood pulp and can be recycled. Thus, Kraft paper supports the global push toward less plastic waste. It is biodegradable, and due to its renewable source, a good alternative in packaging of all sorts across industries.
- Growth of E-commerce and the Rising Demand for Kraft Paper Packaging: E-commerce has developed with tremendous increases in packaging, especially kraft paper, because of its strength and multi-use capacities. It is one of the popularly used materials in the industry of shipping products. Amidst the trend of online shopping, the demand for such packaging has also been escalating with an increase in demand for durable and sustainable packaging.
- Impact of Government Regulations on the Shift Toward Kraft Paper Packaging: Widespread imposition of strict regulations by governments around the world on plastic usage, especially single-use plastics, increases the adoption of recyclable and biodegradable Kraft paper for food packaging, retail bags, industrial packaging applications, and other uses.
- Rising Demand for Recycled Kraft Paper: Recycling Kraft paper demand is on the rise, as consumers and companies place an increased requirement for sustainability. Though not as strong or long-lasting as virgin Kraft, the environmental savings in using this recycled Kraft paper for packaging offer a one-way ticket to growing circular economies and reducing carbon footprints within the packaging industries.
- Advancements in Kraft Paper Coating: Within the last few years, the coating of Kraft paper improved several of its properties. Among these improvements are water resistance, oil resistance, and printability. These new improvements broaden the application of food packaging, retail applications, and industrial sectors where traditional Kraft may not always be met with specific performance requirements for those uses.
- Consumer Demand for Minimalist, Eco-Friendly Packaging Boosts Kraft Paper Usage: Consumer demand for minimalist and eco-friendly packaging is pushing brands to use Kraft paper to meet those demands. The natural and earthy look with eco-friendly attributes are gaining ground for product packaging and gift wrap, and its application to branding is adding up to the wave of sustainability in packaging design.
- Expansion Opportunities for Kraft Paper in the Food and Beverage Sector: The food and beverage sector has wide expansion opportunities for kraft paper. It encompasses such opportunities as takeout packaging, bakery products, and organic foods. The natural nature coupled with the property to preserve integrity while also being recyclable has made Kraft paper more compatible with increasing demands for eco-friendly food packaging solutions.
- Emerging Markets Driving Growth for Eco-friendly Kraft Paper: Emerging markets that are the Asia-Pacific and Latin America constitute untapped markets for Kraft paper. With brisk growth in these regions of urbanization, rising disposable incomes, and the growing awareness of the environment, there is a lot of scope for increasing demand for such sustainable, eco-friendly packaging as Kraft paper.
- Rising Demand for Sustainable Packaging in the Retail Sector: Demand can be pointed to in the retail sector, including Kraft paper, more so as it is likely to go up because of broader adoption of more sustainable packaging solutions by the brands. As illustrated above where paper bags, labels, and wraps are on an increase in the retail platform, Kraft paper may become a trend in the retail environment of green-conscious retail packaging and branding.
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Key Selling Points
- Comprehensive Coverage: The report comprehensively covers the analysis of products, services, types, and end users of the Kraft Paper Market, providing a holistic landscape.
- Expert Analysis: The report is compiled based on the in-depth understanding of industry experts and analysts.
- Up-to-date Information: The report assures business relevance due to its coverage of recent information and data trends.
- Customization Options: This report can be customized to cater to specific client requirements and suit the business strategies aptly.
The research report on the Kraft Paper Market can, therefore, help spearhead the trail of decoding and understanding the industry scenario and growth prospects. Although there can be a few valid concerns, the overall benefits of this report tend to outweigh the disadvantages.

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Report Coverage
Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

Segment Covered
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Regional Scope
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

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Frequently Asked Questions
Innovation in kraft paper coatings and functionalities is expected to be the key market trend.
The report can be delivered in PDF/Word format, we can also share excel data sheet based on request.
On the basis of geography, the kraft paper market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America
The major factors driving the kraft paper market are:
1. Rising Demand for Sustainable Packaging.
2. Boom in E-commerce and Online Reta.
Canfor Corp, Gascogne Papier, International Paper Co, Mondi Group plc, Nordic Paper, Oji Holdings Corp, Sappi Ltd, Smurfit Kappa Group, Stora Enso Oyj, and WestRock Co
The Kraft Paper Market is estimated to witness a CAGR of 4.3% from 2023 to 2031
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. SCOPE OF THE STUDY
1.2. THE INSIGHT PARTNERS RESEARCH REPORT GUIDANCE
1.3. MARKET SEGMENTATION
1.3.1 Kraft Paper Market - By Grade
1.3.2 Kraft Paper Market - By Application
1.3.3 Kraft Paper Market - By Region
1.3.3.1 By Country
2. KEY TAKEAWAYS
3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
4. KRAFT PAPER MARKET LANDSCAPE
4.1. OVERVIEW
4.2. PEST ANALYSIS
4.2.1 North America - Pest Analysis
4.2.2 Europe - Pest Analysis
4.2.3 Asia-Pacific - Pest Analysis
4.2.4 Middle East and Africa - Pest Analysis
4.2.5 South and Central America - Pest Analysis
4.3. ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
4.4. EXPERT OPINIONS
5. KRAFT PAPER MARKET - KEY MARKET DYNAMICS
5.1. KEY MARKET DRIVERS
5.2. KEY MARKET RESTRAINTS
5.3. KEY MARKET OPPORTUNITIES
5.4. FUTURE TRENDS
5.5. IMPACT ANALYSIS OF DRIVERS, RESTRAINTS & EXPECTED INFLUENCE OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC
6. KRAFT PAPER MARKET - GLOBAL MARKET ANALYSIS
6.1. KRAFT PAPER - GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW
6.2. KRAFT PAPER - GLOBAL MARKET AND FORECAST TO 2028
6.3. MARKET POSITIONING/MARKET SHARE
7. KRAFT PAPER MARKET - REVENUE AND FORECASTS TO 2028 - GRADE
7.1. OVERVIEW
7.2. GRADE MARKET FORECASTS AND ANALYSIS
7.3. WRAPPING AND PACKAGING
7.3.1. Overview
7.3.2. Wrapping and Packaging Market Forecast and Analysis
7.4. SACK KRAFT PAPER
7.4.1. Overview
7.4.2. Sack Kraft paper Market Forecast and Analysis
7.5. BLEACHED
7.5.1. Overview
7.5.2. Bleached Market Forecast and Analysis
7.6. UNBLEACHED
7.6.1. Overview
7.6.2. Unbleached Market Forecast and Analysis
7.7. OTHERS
7.7.1. Overview
7.7.2. Others Market Forecast and Analysis
8. KRAFT PAPER MARKET - REVENUE AND FORECASTS TO 2028 - APPLICATION
8.1. OVERVIEW
8.2. APPLICATION MARKET FORECASTS AND ANALYSIS
8.3. FOOD AND BEVERAGE
8.3.1. Overview
8.3.2. Food and Beverage Market Forecast and Analysis
8.4. BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
8.4.1. Overview
8.4.2. Building and Construction Market Forecast and Analysis
8.5. PHARMACEUTICALS
8.5.1. Overview
8.5.2. Pharmaceuticals Market Forecast and Analysis
8.6. COSMETICS AND PERSONAL CARE
8.6.1. Overview
8.6.2. Cosmetics and Personal Care Market Forecast and Analysis
8.7. OTHERS
8.7.1. Overview
8.7.2. Others Market Forecast and Analysis
9. KRAFT PAPER MARKET REVENUE AND FORECASTS TO 2028 - GEOGRAPHICAL ANALYSIS
9.1. NORTH AMERICA
9.1.1 North America Kraft Paper Market Overview
9.1.2 North America Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.1.3 North America Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Grade
9.1.4 North America Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.1.5 North America Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.1.5.1 United States Kraft Paper Market
9.1.5.1.1 United States Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.1.5.1.2 United States Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.1.5.2 Canada Kraft Paper Market
9.1.5.2.1 Canada Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.1.5.2.2 Canada Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.1.5.3 Mexico Kraft Paper Market
9.1.5.3.1 Mexico Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.1.5.3.2 Mexico Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.2. EUROPE
9.2.1 Europe Kraft Paper Market Overview
9.2.2 Europe Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.2.3 Europe Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Grade
9.2.4 Europe Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.2.5 Europe Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.2.5.1 Germany Kraft Paper Market
9.2.5.1.1 Germany Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.2.5.1.2 Germany Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.2.5.2 France Kraft Paper Market
9.2.5.2.1 France Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.2.5.2.2 France Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.2.5.3 Italy Kraft Paper Market
9.2.5.3.1 Italy Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.2.5.3.2 Italy Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.2.5.4 United Kingdom Kraft Paper Market
9.2.5.4.1 United Kingdom Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.2.5.4.2 United Kingdom Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.2.5.5 Russia Kraft Paper Market
9.2.5.5.1 Russia Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.2.5.5.2 Russia Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.2.5.6 Rest of Europe Kraft Paper Market
9.2.5.6.1 Rest of Europe Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.2.5.6.2 Rest of Europe Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.3. ASIA-PACIFIC
9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Kraft Paper Market Overview
9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.3.3 Asia-Pacific Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Grade
9.3.4 Asia-Pacific Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.3.5 Asia-Pacific Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.3.5.1 Australia Kraft Paper Market
9.3.5.1.1 Australia Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.3.5.1.2 Australia Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.3.5.2 China Kraft Paper Market
9.3.5.2.1 China Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.3.5.2.2 China Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.3.5.3 India Kraft Paper Market
9.3.5.3.1 India Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.3.5.3.2 India Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.3.5.4 Japan Kraft Paper Market
9.3.5.4.1 Japan Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.3.5.4.2 Japan Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.3.5.5 South Korea Kraft Paper Market
9.3.5.5.1 South Korea Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.3.5.5.2 South Korea Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.3.5.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific Kraft Paper Market
9.3.5.6.1 Rest of Asia-Pacific Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.3.5.6.2 Rest of Asia-Pacific Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.4. MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA
9.4.1 Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Market Overview
9.4.2 Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.4.3 Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Grade
9.4.4 Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.4.5 Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.4.5.1 South Africa Kraft Paper Market
9.4.5.1.1 South Africa Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.4.5.1.2 South Africa Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.4.5.2 Saudi Arabia Kraft Paper Market
9.4.5.2.1 Saudi Arabia Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.4.5.2.2 Saudi Arabia Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.4.5.3 U.A.E Kraft Paper Market
9.4.5.3.1 U.A.E Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.4.5.3.2 U.A.E Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.4.5.4 Rest of Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Market
9.4.5.4.1 Rest of Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.4.5.4.2 Rest of Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.5. SOUTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA
9.5.1 South and Central America Kraft Paper Market Overview
9.5.2 South and Central America Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.5.3 South and Central America Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Grade
9.5.4 South and Central America Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.5.5 South and Central America Kraft Paper Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.5.5.1 Brazil Kraft Paper Market
9.5.5.1.1 Brazil Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.5.5.1.2 Brazil Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.5.5.2 Argentina Kraft Paper Market
9.5.5.2.1 Argentina Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.5.5.2.2 Argentina Kraft Paper Market by Application
9.5.5.3 Rest of South and Central America Kraft Paper Market
9.5.5.3.1 Rest of South and Central America Kraft Paper Market by Grade
9.5.5.3.2 Rest of South and Central America Kraft Paper Market by Application
10. INDUSTRY LANDSCAPE
10.1. MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS
10.2. AGREEMENTS, COLLABORATIONS AND JOIN VENTURES
10.3. NEW PRODUCT LAUNCHES
10.4. EXPANSIONS AND OTHER STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENTS
11. KRAFT PAPER MARKET, KEY COMPANY PROFILES
11.1. CANFOR CORPORATION
11.1.1. Key Facts
11.1.2. Business Description
11.1.3. Products and Services
11.1.4. Financial Overview
11.1.5. SWOT Analysis
11.1.6. Key Developments
11.2. GASCOGNE GROUP
11.2.1. Key Facts
11.2.2. Business Description
11.2.3. Products and Services
11.2.4. Financial Overview
11.2.5. SWOT Analysis
11.2.6. Key Developments
11.3. GLATFELTER
11.3.1. Key Facts
11.3.2. Business Description
11.3.3. Products and Services
11.3.4. Financial Overview
11.3.5. SWOT Analysis
11.3.6. Key Developments
11.4. INTERNATIONAL PAPER
11.4.1. Key Facts
11.4.2. Business Description
11.4.3. Products and Services
11.4.4. Financial Overview
11.4.5. SWOT Analysis
11.4.6. Key Developments
11.5. MONDI PLC
11.5.1. Key Facts
11.5.2. Business Description
11.5.3. Products and Services
11.5.4. Financial Overview
11.5.5. SWOT Analysis
11.5.6. Key Developments
11.6. NIPPON PAPER INDUSTRIES CO., LTD.
11.6.1. Key Facts
11.6.2. Business Description
11.6.3. Products and Services
11.6.4. Financial Overview
11.6.5. SWOT Analysis
11.6.6. Key Developments
11.7. SAPPI LIMITED
11.7.1. Key Facts
11.7.2. Business Description
11.7.3. Products and Services
11.7.4. Financial Overview
11.7.5. SWOT Analysis
11.7.6. Key Developments
11.8. SMURFIT KAPPA GROUP
11.8.1. Key Facts
11.8.2. Business Description
11.8.3. Products and Services
11.8.4. Financial Overview
11.8.5. SWOT Analysis
11.8.6. Key Developments
11.9. STORA ENSO OYJ
11.9.1. Key Facts
11.9.2. Business Description
11.9.3. Products and Services
11.9.4. Financial Overview
11.9.5. SWOT Analysis
11.9.6. Key Developments
11.10. WESTROCK COMPANY
11.10.1. Key Facts
11.10.2. Business Description
11.10.3. Products and Services
11.10.4. Financial Overview
11.10.5. SWOT Analysis
11.10.6. Key Developments
12. APPENDIX
12.1. ABOUT THE INSIGHT PARTNERS
12.2. GLOSSARY OF TERMS
The List of Companies
1.Canfor Corporation
2.GASCOGNE GROUP
3.Glatfelter
4.International Paper
5.Mondi plc
6.Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd.
7.Sappi Limited
8.Smurfit Kappa Group
9.Stora Enso Oyj
10.WestRock Company
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- Data Collection and Secondary Research:
As a market research and consulting firm operating from a decade, we have published many reports and advised several clients across the globe. First step for any study will start with an assessment of currently available data and insights from existing reports. Further, historical and current market information is collected from Investor Presentations, Annual Reports, SEC Filings, etc., and other information related to company’s performance and market positioning are gathered from Paid Databases (Factiva, Hoovers, and Reuters) and various other publications available in public domain.
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The primarily interview analysis comprise of data obtained from industry participants interview and answers to survey questions gathered by in-house primary team.
For primary research, interviews are conducted with industry experts/CEOs/Marketing Managers/Sales Managers/VPs/Subject Matter Experts from both demand and supply side to get a 360-degree view of the market. The primary team conducts several interviews based on the complexity of the markets to understand the various market trends and dynamics which makes research more credible and precise.
A typical research interview fulfils the following functions:
- Provides first-hand information on the market size, market trends, growth trends, competitive landscape, and outlook
- Validates and strengthens in-house secondary research findings
- Develops the analysis team’s expertise and market understanding
Primary research involves email interactions and telephone interviews for each market, category, segment, and sub-segment across geographies. The participants who typically take part in such a process include, but are not limited to:
- Industry participants: VPs, business development managers, market intelligence managers and national sales managers
- Outside experts: Valuation experts, research analysts and key opinion leaders specializing in the electronics and semiconductor industry.
Below is the breakup of our primary respondents by company, designation, and region:
Once we receive the confirmation from primary research sources or primary respondents, we finalize the base year market estimation and forecast the data as per the macroeconomic and microeconomic factors assessed during data collection.
- Data Analysis:
Once data is validated through both secondary as well as primary respondents, we finalize the market estimations by hypothesis formulation and factor analysis at regional and country level.
- 3.1 Macro-Economic Factor Analysis:
We analyse macroeconomic indicators such the gross domestic product (GDP), increase in the demand for goods and services across industries, technological advancement, regional economic growth, governmental policies, the influence of COVID-19, PEST analysis, and other aspects. This analysis aids in setting benchmarks for various nations/regions and approximating market splits. Additionally, the general trend of the aforementioned components aid in determining the market's development possibilities.
- 3.2 Country Level Data:
Various factors that are especially aligned to the country are taken into account to determine the market size for a certain area and country, including the presence of vendors, such as headquarters and offices, the country's GDP, demand patterns, and industry growth. To comprehend the market dynamics for the nation, a number of growth variables, inhibitors, application areas, and current market trends are researched. The aforementioned elements aid in determining the country's overall market's growth potential.
- 3.3 Company Profile:
The “Table of Contents” is formulated by listing and analyzing more than 25 - 30 companies operating in the market ecosystem across geographies. However, we profile only 10 companies as a standard practice in our syndicate reports. These 10 companies comprise leading, emerging, and regional players. Nonetheless, our analysis is not restricted to the 10 listed companies, we also analyze other companies present in the market to develop a holistic view and understand the prevailing trends. The “Company Profiles” section in the report covers key facts, business description, products & services, financial information, SWOT analysis, and key developments. The financial information presented is extracted from the annual reports and official documents of the publicly listed companies. Upon collecting the information for the sections of respective companies, we verify them via various primary sources and then compile the data in respective company profiles. The company level information helps us in deriving the base number as well as in forecasting the market size.
- 3.4 Developing Base Number:
Aggregation of sales statistics (2020-2022) and macro-economic factor, and other secondary and primary research insights are utilized to arrive at base number and related market shares for 2022. The data gaps are identified in this step and relevant market data is analyzed, collected from paid primary interviews or databases. On finalizing the base year market size, forecasts are developed on the basis of macro-economic, industry and market growth factors and company level analysis.
- Data Triangulation and Final Review:
The market findings and base year market size calculations are validated from supply as well as demand side. Demand side validations are based on macro-economic factor analysis and benchmarks for respective regions and countries. In case of supply side validations, revenues of major companies are estimated (in case not available) based on industry benchmark, approximate number of employees, product portfolio, and primary interviews revenues are gathered. Further revenue from target product/service segment is assessed to avoid overshooting of market statistics. In case of heavy deviations between supply and demand side values, all thes steps are repeated to achieve synchronization.
We follow an iterative model, wherein we share our research findings with Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) until consensus view of the market is not formulated – this model negates any drastic deviation in the opinions of experts. Only validated and universally acceptable research findings are quoted in our reports.
We have important check points that we use to validate our research findings – which we call – data triangulation, where we validate the information, we generate from secondary sources with primary interviews and then we re-validate with our internal data bases and Subject matter experts. This comprehensive model enables us to deliver high quality, reliable data in shortest possible time.