Asia Pacific Machine Glazed Paper Industry Outlook from 2024 to 2034

Sales of machine-glazed paper in Asia Pacific are estimated to be valued at around US$ 6,050.0 million in 2024. The industry is expected to reach US$ 10,359.7 million by 2034. Revenue of the machine-glazed paper industry in Asia Pacific is projected to expand at a CAGR of 5.8% in the forecast period 2024 to 2034.

The Asia Pacific machine-glazed paper industry is growing due to the development of e-commerce, online shopping, emerging countries, and consumers' varying preferences. Machine-glazed paper is used in numerous packaging applications, such as for consumer products, cosmetic products, and food packaging in Asia Pacific.

Attributes Key Insights
Base Value (2023) US$ 5,707.1 million
Asia Pacific Machine Glazed Paper Industry Size (2024) US$ 6,050.0 million
Asia Pacific Machine Glazed Paper Value (2034) US$ 10,359.7 million
Value-based CAGR (2024 to 2034) 5.8%

The revenue of machine-glazed paper industry in 2023 was US$ 5,707.1 million and is anticipated to exhibit a y-o-y growth of 6.0% in 2024. Increasing application of machine-glazed paper in the food and beverage industry contributes to 27% of the value share, while building & construction is set to hold a 7.2% share by 2034.

Due to the growing awareness of environmental issues, the Asia Pacific packaging industry has a rising demand for sustainable packaging solutions. Machine-glazed paper is preferred over plastic because of its recyclability and biodegradation characteristics.

Asia Pacific-based manufacturers are focusing on environmentally friendly manufacturing procedures and sourcing to expand their industry reach. Custom packaging solutions are gaining popularity in Asia Pacific. Machine-glazed paper offers versatility in printing and designing, allowing manufacturers to meet clients' unique branding and design specifications.

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2019 to 2023 Asia Pacific Machine Glazed Paper Industry Growth Outlook

The glazed paper industry in Asia Pacific recorded a CAGR of 3.5% during the historical period, with an industry value of US$ 5,707.1 million in 2023 from US$ 4,810.8 million in 2019.

Environmentally friendly products are gaining traction among consumers, showing remarkable growth in the glazed paper industry. Machine-glazed paper manufacturers gravitate toward eco-friendly materials and solutions, which is set to augment the industry's growth.

Demand for machine-glazed paper has expanded with rising disposable income and population in Asia Pacific. Several government initiatives to encourage the usage of environmentally sustainable packaging are projected to give profitable prospects for machine-glazed paper manufacturers by 2034.

Machine-glazed paper offers great mechanical strength and flexibility and is easy to print, making it applicable to several industrial and consumer product packaging applications.

Growing levels of investment in biodegradable packaging to promote sustainable packaging are set to create enormous prospects for the machine-glazed paper industry through the forecast period.

Trends in the Asia Pacific Machine Glazed Paper Industry

Flourishing Food & Beverage Industry to Augment Sales

The glazed paper industry in Asia Pacific is significantly pushed by demand from the food and beverage industry. Machine-glazed paper is predominantly used in the food and beverage industry to manufacture a wide range of packaging applications such as wraps, bags, cups, and bowls, as it features a high level of sanitation and safety with multi-layers of gloss.

Consistently increasing production output from the food and beverage sector creates a substantial demand for machine-glazed paper for safe and secure packaging of various food items. Asia Pacific's food and beverage industry has witnessed healthy growth from 2019 to 2023 and is estimated to continue in the foreseeable years.

The rising middle-class group, coupled with increasing expenditure on food consumption in emerging industries, is anticipated to boost economic growth of the food and beverage industry. These factors are expected to impact the demand for machine-glazed paper in Asia Pacific.

High Preference for Environment-friendly Packaging

Increasing awareness of eco-friendly packaging is resulting in surging demand for packaging solutions that are sustainable and recyclable. Manufacturers are turning their focus toward the development of sustainable paper packaging.

Several companies and manufacturers are using paper-based packaging materials as an alternative to plastic and metalized solutions for industries such as food, healthcare, personal care and cosmetics, building, construction, and household applications.

Machine-glazed paper is used to manufacture bags, pouches, wraps, labels, bowls, cups, trays, and other items. These packaging formats are in high demand throughout Asia Pacific.

Machine glazed paper manufacturers are taking several initiatives to increase the adoption of these papers in manufacturing packaging formats and are encouraging customers to use these sustainable solutions. Increasing shift toward environment-friendly packaging solutions further fuels demand for machine-glazed paper in Asia Pacific.

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Semi-annual Industry Update

The table presents the expected CAGR for Asia Pacific’s machine glazed paper industry over several semi-annual periods spanning from 2023 to 2034. In the first half (H1) of the decade from 2023 to 2033, the industry is predicted to surge at a CAGR of 5.7%, followed by a slightly lower growth rate of 3.9% in the second half (H2) of the same decade.

Moving into the subsequent period, from H1 2024 to H2 2034, the CAGR is projected to increase slightly to 4.8% in the first half and rise to 6.0% in the second half.

Particular Value CAGR
H1 5.7% (2023 to 2033)
H2 3.9% (2023 to 2033)
H1 4.8% (2024 to 2034)
H2 6.0% (2024 to 2034)

Comparative View of Adjacent Industries

The following section provides key attributes of the industries related to Asia Pacific's machine glazed paper industry. These include the flexible packaging paper and paper packaging industries.

Drivers and trends are thoroughly analyzed to find business opportunities in all these industries. This can provide deeper insights that help develop unique differentiating strategies to pursue growth and opportunity in Asia Pacific's machine glazed paper industry. Growth of these mentioned industries is closely tied to packaging industry.

Asia Pacific Machine Glazed Paper Industry:

Attributes Asia Pacific Machine Glazed Paper Industry
CAGR (2024 to 2034) 5.8%
Growth Factor Increasing activities by manufacturers operating in the machine glazed paper industry are set to encourage customers to utilize sustainable packaging materials.
Emerging Trends in Machine Glazed Paperboard Key trend adopted by machine glazed paper manufacturers is the reuse of industrial wood waste through pulping process.

Flexible Packaging Paper Industry:

Attributes Flexible Packaging Paper Industry
CAGR (2024 to 2034) 2.3%
Growth Factor Growing demand for easy-to-use, convenient, and lightweight packaging is set to surge demand for flexible packaging paper.
Key Trend Advancements in manufacturing processes and ongoing developments in technology & packaging materials are key trends in the industry.

Paper Packaging Industry:

Attributes Paper Packaging Industry
CAGR (2024 to 2034) 4.1%
Growth Factor Increasing demand from end-users to protect, preserve, and easily transport products is pushing demand for paper packaging.
Key Trend Surging consumer consciousness toward sustainability and strict laws against the use of single-use plastics are key trends in the industry.

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Category-wise Insights

The section below shows the unbleached segment leading in terms of paper grade. It is estimated to thrive at a 5.6% CAGR between 2024 and 2034. Based on application, the sack segment is anticipated to hold a dominant share through 2034. It is set to exhibit a CAGR of 5.0% during the forecast period.

Segment Value CAGR (2024 to 2034)
Unbleached (Paper Grade) 5.6%
Sacks (Application) 5.0%

Unbleached Paper to Lead the Industry Through 2034

Unbleached machine-glazed paper segment is expected to lead the industry and is projected to capture 3/4th of the share in 2024, generating an incremental opportunity worth US$ 3,352 million during the forecast period. Unbleached paper is manufactured without any bleaching process, which reduces the environmental impact of the material and lowers the risk of harmful chemical release in the environment.

Unbleached paper is produced using less energy and water, lowering its carbon footprint. These advantages of unbleached machine-glazed paper contribute to the industry's growth. The easy recyclability and compostable nature of unbleached machine-glazed paper is increasing its adoption in several application such as food and beverages.

Machine Glazed Paper is Increasingly Used in Manufacturing Sacks

Machine-glazed paper has a high tensile strength, making it applicable for heavy-weight packaging such as sacks. It provides strength and durability for the products and protects them from getting punctured. Sacks are highly used in the agricultural, chemical, food, and beverage industries because of their heavy-duty applications.

Country-wise Insights

The table below shows the estimated growth rates of the top five countries. India, Indonesia, and Vietnam are set to record high CAGRs of 7.5%, 7.2%, and 6.6% respectively, through 2034.

Countries Value CAGR (2024 to 2034)
China 4.9%
Japan 5.6%
India 7.5%
Indonesia 7.2%
Vietnam 6.6%

High Production of Paper in India Augments Sales

As stated by Invest India, the packaging industry in India is expected to generate US$ 204.8 billion in revenue by 2024. Demand for machine-glazed paper in India is propelled by increasing consumer demand for sustainable packaging and rising packaged food consumption.

India is experiencing surging investment in food processing, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries. This growth in the packaging industry and rising investment in the manufacturing sector push demand for machine-glazed paper during the forecast period in India.

Vietnam is an Emerging Industry for Machine Glazed Paper in Asia Pacific

Vietnam is anticipated to expand at 6.6% CAGR, reaching a value of US$ 88.8 million by 2034. Manufacturing industries in Vietnam are shifting toward creative, cost-effective, and sustainable packaging options, surging demand for machine-glazed paper.

Companies and manufacturers in Vietnam are focusing on meeting the needs of an urbanized population by providing safe, durable, and efficient packaging solutions.

Competitive Landscape

Leading players in the industry are directed toward mergers, product launches, and developments to expand their industry reach. Manufacturers of machine-glazed paper across Asia are strengthening their presence by upgrading their product portfolios and supplier & distributor networks. Recent activities of industry players operating in Asia Pacific are:

  • In May 2023, Billerud AB announced the launch of a machine-glazed kraft paper for wrapping toilet and kitchen paper rolls.
  • In December 2022, Stora Enso announced an investment of US$ 40 million in unbleached kraft pulp production in Finland and US$ 44.45 million in fluff pulp production improvement in Sweden.

Key Companies Profiled

  • Asia Pulp & Paper (APP) Sinar Mas
  • Siam Nippon Industrial Paper Co., Ltd.
  • MUDA HOLDINGS BERHAD
  • PURA Group
  • Mondi plc
  • Stora Enso Oyj
  • BillerudKorsnas AB
  • West Coast Paper Mills Limited
  • Sripathi Paper and Boards (P) LTD.
  • PT. Sun Paper Source.
  • Thai Paper Mill
  • SSG Paper Mill LLP
  • Jani Sales Pvt. Ltd.
  • AHLSTROM-MUNKSJÖ OYJ.
  • Paper Australia Pty Ltd.

Key Coverage in the APAC Machine Glazed Paper Industry Report

  • Machine Glazed Paper Production Industry
  • Paper Manufacturing in Asia Pacific
  • Analysis of Machine Glazed Paper Industry in Asia Pacific
  • Industry Dynamics of Paper Manufacturing in Asia Pacific
  • Analysis of Asia Pacific Paper Industry, Machine Glazed Paperboard Industry, and Industrial paper industry in Asia Pacific
  • Asia Pacific Packaging Paper Industry Overview

Asia Pacific Machine Glazed Paper Industry Segmentation by Category

By Basis of Weight:

  • Up to 40 GSM
  • 41 to 70 GSM
  • 71 to 100 GSM
  • Above 100 GSM

By Pulp Grade:

  • Northern Bleached Kraft Pulp
  • Southern Bleached Kraft Pulp
  • Bleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp
  • Bleached Softwood Kraft Pulp
  • Recycled Pulp

By Paper Grade:

  • Unbleached
  • Bleached

By Application:

  • Bags and Pouches
  • Sacks
  • Wraps
  • Labels and Release Liner
  • Envelopes
  • Others (Gift Wrap, Cup)

By End-use:

  • Food & Beverage
  • Healthcare
  • Textile
  • Personal Care and Cosmetics
  • Electric and Electronics
  • Automotive
  • Building and Construction
  • Others (Household)

By Country:

  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Indonesia
  • Thailand
  • Vietnam
  • Malaysia
  • Singapore
  • Rest of Asia Pacific

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the machine glazed paper industry in Asia Pacific?

Asia Pacific's industry is set to reach US$ 6,050.0 million in 2024.

What is the forecast for the machine glazed paper industry?

Demand in Asia Pacific is slated to expand at a 5.8% CAGR through 2034.

What is the outlook for the machine glazed paper industry in Asia Pacific?

The target industry is set to reach US$ 10,359.7 million in 2034.

Which application will garner significant value share by 2024?

The sack segment is expected to garner a significant value share by 2024.

What was the value of the machine glazed paper industry in 2023?

Asia Pacific’s machine glazed paper industry was valued at US$ 5,707.1 million in 2023.

Who are the top 4 players operating in the industry?

Asia Pulp & Paper (APP) Sinar Mas, Mondi plc, and BillerudKorsnas AB.

Table of Content

1. Executive Summary

    1.1. Industry Overview

    1.2. Industry Analysis

    1.3. Future Market Insights (FMI) Analysis and Recommendations

2. Industry Overview

    2.1. Industry Definition

    2.2. Taxonomy

3. Key Industry Trends

    3.1. Key Trends

    3.2. Product Innovation / Development Trends

4. Key Success Factors

    4.1. Product Adoption / Usage Analysis

    4.2. Product USPs / Features

    4.3. Porter 5 Force Analysis

    4.4. PESTLE Analysis

5. Industry Demand Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast, 2024 to 2034

    5.1. Historical Industry Volume (Ton) Analysis, 2019 to 2023

    5.2. Current and Future Industry Volume (Ton) Projections, 2024 to 2034

    5.3. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis

    5.4. Historical Data on Monthly Basis

6. Industry - Pricing Analysis

    6.1. Average Selling Price, By Basis of Weight (US$/Tons)

    6.2. Country wise Pricing Analysis

    6.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis Benchmark

7. Industry Demand (in Value US$ million) Analysis 2019 to 2023 and Forecast, 2024 to 2034

    7.1. Historical Industry Value (US$ million) Analysis, 2019 to 2023

    7.2. Current and Future Industry Value (US$ million) Projections, 2024 to 2034

        7.2.1. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis

        7.2.2. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis

8. Overview

    8.1. Asia Packaging Industry Overview

    8.2. Paper & Paperboard Industry Outlook

    8.3. In-house and Contract Manufacturing

    8.4. Macro-economic Factors

    8.5. Forecast Factors - Relevance & Impact

    8.6. Key Regulations

    8.7. Value Chain Analysis

        8.7.1. Exhaustive List of Active Participants

            8.7.1.1. Raw Paper Grade Suppliers

            8.7.1.2. Manufacturers

            8.7.1.3. Distributors

        8.7.2. Profitability Margins

    8.8. Supply Demand Analysis

    8.9. Cased-Based Scenario

        8.9.1. Optimistic Scenario

        8.9.2. Likely Scenario

        8.9.3. Conservative Scenario

    8.10. Drivers

    8.11. Restraints

    8.12. Opportunity Analysis

    8.13. Trends

9. Analysis and Forecast, By Basis of Weight

    9.1. Introduction

        9.1.1. Industry Share and Basis Points (BPS) Analysis, By Basis of Weight

        9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections, By Basis of Weight

    9.2. Historical Industry Value (US$ million) and Volume (Ton), 2019 to 2023, By Basis of Weight

    9.3. Industry Size (US$ million) and Volume (Ton) Forecast Analysis 2024 to 2034, By Basis of Weight

        9.3.1. Up to 40 GSM

        9.3.2. 41 to 70 GSM

        9.3.3. 71 to 100 GSM

        9.3.4. Above 100 GSM

    9.4. Industry Attractiveness Analysis, By Basis of Weight

10. Analysis and Forecast, By Pulp Grade

    10.1. Introduction

        10.1.1. Industry Share and Basis Points (BPS) Analysis, By Pulp Grade

        10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections, By Pulp Grade

    10.2. Historical Industry Value (US$ million) and Volume (Ton), 2019 to 2023, By Pulp Grade

    10.3. Industry Size (US$ million) and Volume (Ton) Forecast Analysis 2024 to 2034, By Pulp Grade

        10.3.1. Northern Bleached Kraft Pulp

        10.3.2. Southern Bleached Kraft Pulp

        10.3.3. Bleached Hardwood Kraft Pulp

        10.3.4. Bleached Softwood Kraft Pulp

        10.3.5. Recycled Pulp

    10.4. Industry Attractiveness Analysis, By Pulp Grade

11. Analysis and Forecast, By Paper Grade

    11.1. Introduction

        11.1.1. Industry Share and Basis Points (BPS) Analysis, By Paper Grade

        11.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections, By Paper Grade

    11.2. Historical Industry Value (US$ million) and Volume (Ton), 2019 to 2023, By Paper Grade

    11.3. Industry Size (US$ million) and Volume (Ton) Forecast Analysis 2024 to 2034, By Paper Grade

        11.3.1. Unbleached

        11.3.2. Bleached

    11.4. Industry Attractiveness Analysis, By Paper Grade

12. Analysis and Forecast, By Application

    12.1. Introduction

        12.1.1. Industry Share and Basis Points (BPS) Analysis, By Application

        12.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections, By Application

    12.2. Historical Industry Value (US$ million) and Volume (Ton), 2019 to 2023, By Application

    12.3. Industry Size (US$ million) and Volume (Ton) Forecast Analysis 2024 to 2034, By Application

        12.3.1. Bags and Pouches

        12.3.2. Sacks

        12.3.3. Wraps

        12.3.4. Labels and Release Liner

        12.3.5. Envelopes

        12.3.6. Coating & Lamination

        12.3.7. Others (Gift Wrap, Cup)

    12.4. Industry Attractiveness Analysis, By Application

13. Analysis and Forecast, By End Use

    13.1. Introduction

        13.1.1. Industry Share and Basis Points (BPS) Analysis, By End Use

        13.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections, By End Use

    13.2. Historical Industry Value (US$ million) and Volume (Ton), 2019 to 2023, By End Use

    13.3. Industry Size (US$ million) and Volume (Ton) Forecast Analysis 2024 to 2034, By End Use

        13.3.1. Food & Beverage

        13.3.2. Healthcare

        13.3.3. Textile

        13.3.4. Personal Care and Cosmetics

        13.3.5. Electric and Electronics

        13.3.6. Automotive

        13.3.7. Building and Construction

        13.3.8. Others (Household)

    13.4. Industry Attractiveness Analysis, By End Use

14. Analysis and Forecast, By Country

    14.1. Introduction

        14.1.1. Industry Share and Basis Points (BPS) Analysis By Country

        14.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections By Country

    14.2. Historical Industry Value (US$ million) and Volume (Ton), 2019 to 2023, By Country

    14.3. Industry Size (US$ million) and Volume (Ton) Forecast Analysis 2024 to 2034 By Country

        14.3.1. China

        14.3.2. Japan

        14.3.3. India

        14.3.4. South Korea

        14.3.5. Indonesia

        14.3.6. Thailand

        14.3.7. Vietnam

        14.3.8. Malaysia

        14.3.9. Singapore

        14.3.10. Rest of Asia Pacific

    14.4. Industry Attractiveness Analysis By Country

15. Country-wise and Cross-Sectional Analysis

    15.1. China Analysis 2024 to 2034

        15.1.1. Industry Volume and Value (US$ million) Analysis and Forecast by Taxonomy

            15.1.1.1. By End Use

            15.1.1.2. By Pulp Grade

    15.2. India Analysis 2024 to 2034

        15.2.1. Industry Volume and Value (US$ million) Analysis and Forecast by Taxonomy

            15.2.1.1. By End Use

            15.2.1.2. By Pulp Grade

    15.3. Japan Analysis 2024 to 2034

        15.3.1. Industry Volume and Value (US$ million) Analysis and Forecast by Taxonomy

            15.3.1.1. By End Use

            15.3.1.2. By Pulp Grade

    15.4. South Korea Analysis 2024 to 2034

        15.4.1. Industry Volume and Value (US$ million) Analysis and Forecast by Taxonomy

            15.4.1.1. By End Use

            15.4.1.2. By Pulp Grade

    15.5. Indonesia Analysis 2024 to 2034

        15.5.1. Industry Volume and Value (US$ million) Analysis and Forecast by Taxonomy

            15.5.1.1. By End Use

            15.5.1.2. By Pulp Grade

    15.6. Vietnam Analysis 2024 to 2034

        15.6.1. Industry Volume and Value (US$ million) Analysis and Forecast by Taxonomy

            15.6.1.1. By End Use

            15.6.1.2. By Pulp Grade

    15.7. Malaysia Analysis 2024 to 2034

        15.7.1. Industry Volume and Value (US$ million) Analysis and Forecast by Taxonomy

            15.7.1.1. By End Use

            15.7.1.2. By Pulp Grade

    15.8. Singapore Analysis 2024 to 2034

        15.8.1. Industry Volume and Value (US$ million) Analysis and Forecast by Taxonomy

            15.8.1.1. By End Use

            15.8.1.2. By Pulp Grade

    15.9. Thailand Analysis 2024 to 2034

        15.9.1. Industry Volume and Value (US$ million) Analysis and Forecast by Taxonomy

            15.9.1.1. By End Use

            15.9.1.2. By Pulp Grade

16. Industry Structure Analysis

    16.1. Industry Analysis by Tier of Companies

    16.2. Industry Share Analysis of Top Players

17. Competitive Landscape

    17.1. Industry Structure

    17.2. Competition Dashboard

    17.3. Company Industry Share Analysis

    17.4. Company Profiles (Details - Overview, Financials, Strategy, Recent Developments, SWOT analysis)

    17.5. Competition Deep Dive

        17.5.1. Asia Pulp & Paper (APP) Sinar Mas

            17.5.1.1. Overview

            17.5.1.2. Financials

            17.5.1.3. Strategy

            17.5.1.4. Recent Developments

            17.5.1.5. SWOT Analysis

        17.5.2. Siam Nippon Industrial Paper Co., Ltd.

        17.5.3. MUDA HOLDINGS BERHAD

        17.5.4. PURA Group

        17.5.5. Mondi plc

        17.5.6. Stora Enso Oyj

        17.5.7. West Coast Paper Mills Limited

        17.5.8. BillerudKorsnas AB

        17.5.9. Sripathi Paper and Boards (P) LTD

        17.5.10. PT. Sun Paper Source.

        17.5.11. Thai Paper Mill

        17.5.12. SSG Paper Mill LLP

        17.5.13. Jani Sales Pvt. Ltd.

        17.5.14. AHLSTROM-MUNKSJÖ OYJ.

        17.5.15. Paper Australia Pty Ltd.

18. Assumptions and Acronyms Used

19. Research Methodology

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