According to the report, the Woodfree Paper market is expected to expand steadily, with an estimated value of US$ 1,591.9 Million in 2022, projected to increase to US$ 2,018.0 Million by 2032. The data suggests a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.4% throughout the forecast period from 2022 to 2032.

Increasing demand for recyclable paper materials and urgent need for environmentally friendly printing solutions are expected to push sales of white woodfree paper in the next decade. 

According to a report from FMI, Europe is expected to account for nearly 19% of the woodfree paper market by the end of 2022. This growth is attributed to the increasing launch of new magazines across the UK, Germany, and Italy for marketing purposes, which is projected to boost the sales of woodfree paper in the region. The demand for lifestyle and shopping magazines among the younger population and newsworthy magazines among the older demographic will also contribute to the robust sales of woodfree gloss paper in Europe. Notably, 40% of adults in Great Britain consume general weekly magazines both online and in print, and 23% purchase women’s weekly magazines, as per the National Readership Survey, further propelling the demand for woodfree offset paper in Europe.

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The Major Key Payers Are:

  • Imerys Kaolin Inc.
  • Kobax Paper and Board
  • TELE-PAPER (M) SDN. BHD.
  • JK Paper Limited
  • Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited
  • The Navigator Company, S.A.
  • Rainbow Papers Limited
  • Seshasayee Paper and Boards Limited
  • Moorim Paper Co., Ltd
  • Drewsen Spezialpapiere GmbH & Co KG.

Factors Limiting the Woodfree Paper Market

  1. Environmental Concerns:  Increasing awareness of deforestation and environmental issues has led to a shift towards more sustainable paper alternatives. This includes recycled paper and paper made from alternative fibers, which can limit the growth of the woodfree paper market.
  2. Digitalization:  The rise of digital media and e-books has reduced the demand for traditional print media, which traditionally used woodfree paper. This digital shift can limit the market’s growth, particularly for news and magazines.
  3. Price and Cost:  Woodfree paper production can be more expensive than other paper types, which can make it less attractive to cost-conscious consumers and businesses. This price factor may limit its market share in price-sensitive industries.
  4. Competition:  The paper industry faces stiff competition from other materials, such as plastics and metals, for various applications. This competition can limit the market’s growth, particularly in packaging and labeling.
  5. Regulatory Changes:  Changing regulations related to forestry and paper production can impact the availability and cost of woodfree paper, potentially limiting its market expansion.
  6. Shift to Digital Advertising:  Advertisers are increasingly shifting to digital advertising platforms, reducing the demand for physical printed materials that would typically use woodfree paper.
  7. Economic Factors:  Economic downturns can lead to reduced advertising and publication budgets, impacting the demand for woodfree paper in marketing and publishing sectors.
  8. Technological Advancements:  Advancements in printing and paper manufacturing technologies have enabled the production of high-quality papers from alternative materials, potentially limiting the demand for woodfree paper.

Key Segments Profiled in the Global Woodfree Paper Market

By Coating Type:

  • Coated Woodfree Paper
  • Uncoated Woodfree Paper

By Surface Finish Type:

  • Matt Finish
  • Gloss Finish
  • Silk Finish

By Application:

  • Magazines and Catalogues
  • Envelopes
  • Notebooks
  • Advertising Material
  • Others

By Region:

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Middle East and Africa