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United States Corrugated Packaging Market Size, Share and Growth Analysis Report: Forecast Trends and Outlook 2025-2034

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  • 120 Pages
  • June 2025
  • Region: United States
  • Expert Market Research
  • ID: 6112069
The United States corrugated packaging market was volumed at 44.34 Billion Sq. Metres in 2024. The industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.60% during the forecast period of 2025-2034 to attain a volume of 63.15 Billion Sq. Metres by 2034.

United States Corrugated Packaging Market Outlook

Favourable government regulations and policies promoting the usage of eco-friendly materials is one of the prominent factors driving the growth of the United States corrugated packaging market. The superior durability and strong structure of this packaging also increase its demand in the country as it offers excellent protection to goods during shipping.

Moreover, corrugated packaging is lightweight in nature, making it optimal for long-distance transportation due to its low usage of fuel, which consequently reduces the environmental impact of transportation. Corrugated cardboard is extremely versatile in nature and can be moulded in a wide range of shapes and sizes to adapt to the shape and size of a product, which can reduce material usage as well as emissions caused by transportation in the long run. This favourable property further boosts the market expansion.

As per the United States Corrugated Packaging Market Regional Analysis, the Far West Region Leads the Market

  • The Far West region is expected to lead with the highest CAGR of 4.1%. This growth is driven by the region's robust e-commerce activities, increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions, and significant investments in packaging technologies.
  • As per the United States corrugated packaging industry analysis, the Rocky Mountain region follows with a CAGR of 3.9%, supported by the expanding retail sector and growing consumer demand for eco-friendly packaging.
  • The Southwest, with a CAGR of 3.7%, benefits from a strong manufacturing base and the rising need for efficient packaging solutions.
  • The Southeast, growing at a CAGR of 3.5%, shows significant growth due to the region's thriving food and beverage industry and increasing packaging requirements.
  • New England boosts the demand of United States corrugated packaging market with a CAGR of 3.3%, and the Mideast, with a CAGR of 3.1%, exhibiting steady growth driven by ongoing developments in the pharmaceutical and electronics sectors.
  • The Plains region, with a CAGR of 2.9%, and the Great Lakes region, with a CAGR of 2.7%, experience moderate growth due to stable demand from industrial and consumer goods markets.

United States Corrugated Packaging Market Growth is Fuelled by Rising Demand for Double Wall Board

  • Double wall board is expected to experience the highest growth, with a CAGR of 3.9%. This growth is driven by its strength and durability, making it ideal for heavy-duty packaging and shipping applications.
  • Single wall board fuels the United States corrugated packaging market value with a CAGR of 3.8%, and remains popular due to its cost-effectiveness and versatility in packaging a wide range of products.
  • Triple wall board, with a CAGR of 3.4%, is favoured for its superior strength and protection, particularly for large and fragile items.
  • The 'Others' category, with a CAGR of 3.2%, includes various other types of corrugated boards contributing to overall market growth, driven by the need for specialized packaging solutions.

One of the Key United States Corrugated Packaging Market Trends is Growing Demand for Sustainable Packaging Solutions

  • The food and beverages sector is expected to lead with the highest CAGR of 4.0%. This growth is driven by the increasing demand for safe, durable, and sustainable packaging solutions to ensure the freshness and integrity of food products.
  • As per the United States corrugated packaging market dynamics and trends, the electronic goods sector, growing at a CAGR of 3.8%, reflects the need for protective packaging to prevent damage during shipping and handling of sensitive electronic devices.
  • The pharmaceuticals sector, with a CAGR of 3.6%, shows significant growth driven by the stringent packaging requirements for medical products to ensure safety and compliance.
  • The personal and household care sector, growing at a CAGR of 3.4%, benefits from the rising demand for aesthetically appealing and functional packaging solutions.
  • The 'Others' category enhances the corrugated packaging market share in the United States with a CAGR of 3.2% and includes various other applications of corrugated packaging contributing to the overall market growth, driven by diverse industry needs.
Key Questions Answered in This Report:
  • How has the United States corrugated packaging market performed historically, and what are the growth expectations for the future?
  • What are the primary factors influencing demand and growth in the United States corrugated packaging market?
  • What are the key segments within the United States corrugated packaging market, and how are they expected to evolve over the forecast period?
  • What are the major challenges and opportunities facing stakeholders in the United States corrugated packaging market?
  • Who are the key players in the United States corrugated packaging market, and what strategies are they employing to maintain a competitive edge?
  • What are the regulatory and policy factors influencing the United States corrugated packaging market globally or regionally?
  • How competitive is the United States corrugated packaging market according to Porter's five forces analysis, including factors like bargaining power of buyers and suppliers?
  • What are the current trends shaping the United States corrugated packaging market landscape, and how are they expected to evolve in the future?
  • How are technological advancements impacting the United States corrugated packaging market, and what role do innovation and R&D play in driving growth?
  • What are the consumer preferences and buying behavior trends influencing the United States corrugated packaging market?
  • How sustainable are current growth rates in the United States corrugated packaging market, and what factors could potentially disrupt these trends?
  • What are the regional dynamics within the United States corrugated packaging market, and how do they contribute to overall market growth?
  • What are the economic factors influencing the United States corrugated packaging market, such as GDP growth, inflation rates, and currency fluctuations?
  • How are demographic shifts, such as aging populations or urbanization trends, affecting demand in the United States corrugated packaging market?
  • What are the key strategic partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions shaping the competitive landscape of the United States corrugated packaging market?
  • What are the regulatory and legal frameworks impacting the United States corrugated packaging market globally or in key regions?
  • How are changing consumer lifestyles and preferences influencing product or service demand within the United States corrugated packaging market?
  • What are the emerging market trends and niche opportunities within the United States corrugated packaging market that stakeholders should be aware of?
  • How resilient is the United States corrugated packaging market to external shocks or disruptions, such as geopolitical tensions or natural disasters?
  • What are the potential barriers to market entry and growth for new players in the United States corrugated packaging market?
Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

Expert Market Research's industry report provides a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, and forecasts the dynamics of the United States corrugated packaging market spanning from 2018 to 2032.

The research report delivers up-to-date insights into the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities shaping the United States corrugated packaging industry.

Stakeholders can leverage Porter's five forces analysis to assess the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. This analysis aids in evaluating the competitiveness and attractiveness of the United States corrugated packaging market.

The competitive landscape section enables stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of their competitive environment. It offers insights into the current market positions of key players, their strategies, and their market shares.

Additionally, the report highlights emerging trends, regulatory influences, and technological advancements that are pivotal for stakeholders navigating the United States corrugated packaging market landscape.

Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary
1.1 Market Size 2024-2025
1.2 Market Growth 2025(F)-2034(F)
1.3 Key Demand Drivers
1.4 Key Players and Competitive Structure
1.5 Industry Best Practices
1.6 Recent Trends and Developments
1.7 Industry Outlook
2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
2.1 Market Trends
2.2 Key Verticals
2.3 Key Regions
2.4 Supplier Power
2.5 Buyer Power
2.6 Key Market Opportunities and Risks
2.7 Key Initiatives by Stakeholders
3 Economic Summary
3.1 GDP Outlook
3.2 GDP Per Capita Growth
3.3 Inflation Trends
3.4 Democracy Index
3.5 Gross Public Debt Ratios
3.6 Balance of Payment (BoP) Position
3.7 Population Outlook
3.8 Urbanisation Trends
4 Country Risk Profiles
4.1 Country Risk
4.2 Business Climate
5 North America Corrugated Packaging Market Overview
5.1 Key Industry Highlights
5.2 North America Corrugated Packaging Historical Market (2018-2024)
5.3 North America Corrugated Packaging Market Forecast (2025-2034)
6 United States Corrugated Packaging Market Overview
6.1 Key Industry Highlights
6.2 United States Corrugated Packaging Historical Market (2018-2024)
6.3 United States Corrugated Packaging Market Forecast (2025-2034)
7 United States Corrugated Packaging Market by Type
7.1 Single Wall Board
7.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
7.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
7.2 Double Wall Board
7.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
7.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
7.3 Triple Wall Board
7.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
7.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
7.4 Others
8 United States Corrugated Packaging Market by Material
8.1 Recycled Corrugated
8.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
8.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
8.2 Virgin Corrugated
8.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
8.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
9 United States Corrugated Packaging Market by End Use
9.1 Food and Beverages
9.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
9.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
9.2 Electronic Goods
9.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
9.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
9.3 Personal and Household Care
9.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
9.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
9.4 Pharmaceuticals
9.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
9.4.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
9.5 Others
10 United States Corrugated Packaging Market by Region
10.1 New England
10.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
10.1.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
10.2 Mideast
10.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
10.2.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
10.3 Great Lakes
10.3.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
10.3.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
10.4 Plains
10.4.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
10.4.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
10.5 Southeast
10.5.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
10.5.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
10.6 Southwest
10.6.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
10.6.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
10.7 Rocky Mountain
10.7.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
10.7.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
10.8 Far West
10.8.1 Historical Trend (2018-2024)
10.8.2 Forecast Trend (2025-2034)
11 Market Dynamics
11.1 SWOT Analysis
11.1.1 Strengths
11.1.2 Weaknesses
11.1.3 Opportunities
11.1.4 Threats
11.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
11.2.1 Supplier’s Power
11.2.2 Buyer’s Power
11.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
11.2.4 Degree of Rivalry
11.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
11.3 Key Indicators for Demand
11.4 Key Indicators for Price
12 Competitive Landscape
12.1 Supplier Selection
12.2 Key Global Players
12.3 Key Regional Players
12.4 Key Player Strategies
12.5 Company Profiles
12.5.1 DS Smith PLC
12.5.1.1 Company Overview
12.5.1.2 Product Portfolio
12.5.1.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.5.1.4 Certifications
12.5.2 Georgia-Pacific LLC
12.5.2.1 Company Overview
12.5.2.2 Product Portfolio
12.5.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.5.2.4 Certifications
12.5.3 International Paper Company
12.5.3.1 Company Overview
12.5.3.2 Product Portfolio
12.5.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.5.3.4 Certifications
12.5.4 Mondi Group
12.5.4.1 Company Overview
12.5.4.2 Product Portfolio
12.5.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.5.4.4 Certifications
12.5.5 Smurfit Kappa Group
12.5.5.1 Company Overview
12.5.5.2 Product Portfolio
12.5.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.5.5.4 Certifications
12.5.6 WestRock Company
12.5.6.1 Company Overview
12.5.6.2 Product Portfolio
12.5.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.5.6.4 Certifications
12.5.7 Nippon Paper Industries Ltd.
12.5.7.1 Company Overview
12.5.7.2 Product Portfolio
12.5.7.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.5.7.4 Certifications
12.5.8 Oji Holdings Corporation
12.5.8.1 Company Overview
12.5.8.2 Product Portfolio
12.5.8.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.5.8.4 Certifications
12.5.9 Packaging Corporation of America
12.5.9.1 Company Overview
12.5.9.2 Product Portfolio
12.5.9.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.5.9.4 Certifications
12.5.10 Cascades Inc.
12.5.10.1 Company Overview
12.5.10.2 Product Portfolio
12.5.10.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.5.10.4 Certifications
12.5.11 Others

Companies Mentioned

  • DS Smith PLC
  • Georgia-Pacific LLC
  • International Paper Company
  • Mondi Group
  • Smurfit Kappa Group
  • WestRock Company
  • Nippon Paper Industries Ltd.
  • Oji Holdings Corporation
  • Packaging Corporation of America
  • Cascades Inc.