Copier Paper Market is segmented By End-User (Commercial, Institutional, Industrial, Household), By Size (A-4 size, A-3 size, A-5 size, Others), By Thickness (Up to 50 GSM, 50 to 100 GSM, 100 to 130 GSM), By Material (Virgin, Recycled), By Distribution Channel (Offline, Online), By Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2024-2031
Market Overview
The Copier Paper Market is estimated to reach at a CAGR of 1.6% during the forecast period 2024-2031
Copier paper is an uncoated paper used in printing and copying needs. Copier paper is slightly thinner and more cost-effective than printer paper. The papers are used in various industries, including educational, industrial, household and commercial for diverse applications. The papers are available in multiple sizes (A-4, A-3, A-5 etc.) and thickness based on end-user demand. The lower-weight paper is standard and suitable for general use, while the thicker paper is heavier and is used in special projects. The papers are either manufactured from virgin or recycled material.
Market Summary
| Metrics | Details |
| Market CAGR | 1.6% |
| Segments Covered | By End-User, By Size, By Thickness, By Material, By Distribution Channel, and By Region |
| Report Insights Covered | Competitive Landscape Analysis, Company Profile Analysis, Market Size, Share, Growth, Demand, Recent Developments, Mergers and acquisitions, New Product Launches, Growth Strategies, Revenue Analysis, and Other key insights. |
| Fastest Growing Region | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market Share | North America |
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Market Dynamics:
The global copier paper market is expected to drive with the rising demand from the educational sector and growing emphasis on eco-friendly practices.
Growing emphasis on eco-friendly practices
The growing emphasis on eco-friendly practices is expected to drive the copier paper market in the forecast period. The global use of paper has substantially increased by 400% in the last 40 years. In the U.S., an average person uses over 700 pounds of paper every year. The county publishes almost 24 billion newspapers, 2 billion books and 350 million magazines every year. The above scenarios are worth almost 1 billion trees worth of paper every year in the U.S.
The rising concerns towards the cutting of trees for papers have been major concerns in various countries, which calls the need for recyclable and eco-friendly copier paper. To make the most of the opportunities, companies are coming up with new product launches offering sustainable solutions. For instance, in 2021- Trident Group has launched its #PaperIsGoodAgain campaign for environment-friendly copier paper. The company has started using wheat straw, which is an agro-waste left after wheat harvesting. Using this method, the company will save over 1.82 million trees and reduce carbon emissions with its highly advanced manufacturing process.
The rising need for copier paper in the educational sector will also boost demand for printing and writing paper segment with households spending most of their incomes on education. India accounted for 4% of the market share for reading and writing papers in 2014, which is expected to increase by 11% by 2024. The expanding education sector will be the major factor for the county’s market growth.
Shifting trends towards digitalization
The shifting trends towards digitalization are responsible for restraining the growth of the copier paper market in the forecast period. The end-users are swiftly shifting towards digitization, replacing the use of paper in numerous processes. The subsequent adoption in schools, offices and colleges for processes such as leave assignments, projects, applications, purchase orders, etc., have minimized the use of paper, impacting the market demand.
Moreover, the rise of digital news, educational and blog platforms have also been a vital factor impacting the market. However, various readers still prefer printed papers for reading over digital applications that will continue to surge the global copier paper market demand.
COVID-19 Impact Analysis:
Due to the pandemic, stakeholders across the copier paper industry have seen a notable impact as all the production work, factories and other activities were closed. As a result, production was hindered by halts and supply chain disruption globally. After the pandemic, the governments still impose various restrictions, such as working with half the workforce and fewer operating hours hindering the production cycle of the market.
The writing and printing segment is the most affected sector in the paper industry due to its huge dependency on the education sector. Almost 60% of the demand comes from the education segment after the schools and colleges are held online and are unlikely to open for this academic year, declining the use of copier paper for assignments, forms and various other activities. In 2020, the demand for writing and printing grades was anticipated to shrink by 18% globally. To add to the concern, the commercial printing segment, like diaries, promotional printing like catalogs etc., are also adversely impacted as the companies have cancelled their requirements or moved to digital platforms.
Market Segment Analysis:
By size, the copier paper market is broadly classified into A-4 size, A-5 size, A-3 size and others.
The A-4 size paper is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period (2021-2028)
The A-4 size paper is expected to hold the largest market for the copier paper market and are expected to continue their dominance in the forecast period. A-4 size paper is mostly utilized in commercial sectors and consumer printing. The paper is manufactured through recycled pulp or virgin pulp, ideal for quality printing, assignments, photocopying, and job works. The A-4 size paper is also preferred for office and home printers with any speed and configuration. The paper is available in different weights with different coatings as per the end-users need.
The companies are focusing on A-4 size paper segments due to their high sales and diversifying end-users. The companies are offering eco-friendly paper manufactured with minimal chemical usage to offer sustainable options in the market. For instance, in 2020, Trident Group launched ENVIRO Copier Paper in A4 size and 67 GSM. The company has launched A-4 size paper due to the high market demands.
Market Geographical Share:
Asia Pacific region holds the largest market for the global copier paper globally
Asia Pacific region holds the largest market share for the copier paper market globally and is expected to continue its dominance in the forecast period. The region is leading the copier paper market in terms of production and consumption as well. The huge demand for printing papers and writing papers in press, educational institutes, offices and other end-user segments are the vital factor for growth. According to the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry, the Indian paper industry is anticipated to reach 25 million tons in 2019-2020 from 20.3 million tons in 2019-20 from 2017-18, growing at the rate of 10% per annum. The country has been rapidly growing in terms of consumption, reaching a 10.6% growth in per capita paper consumption in 2017-2018.
The region has also emerged with the presence of leading market players, which are expanding the market sales. For instance, in 2019, JK Paper Limited has made a substantial investment of 1775 crore to expand the Rayagada site's capacity. The expansion included state-of-the-art machines with a paper capacity of 1,65,000 TPA. The company had also completed the acquisition of Sirpur Paper Mills in 2018 after the National Company Law Tribunal approved the 782 crore rupees resolution plan.
Market Competitive Landscape:
The copier paper market is highly competitive with the local player’s presence, followed by the global companies, contributing to the major share in the market growth. In addition, some of the key players contributing to the growth of the market are April Group, International Paper Company, Icon Papers, North Pacific Paper Company, Asia Pulp & Paper, South Coast Paper LLC, JK Paper Limited, Domtar Corporation, Trident Group, Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd., Stora Enso Oyj, Mondi Group plc and others. The major players are adopting various new strategies to dominate the market, such as product launches, expansions, acquisitions and collaborations, contributing to the growth of the Graphene battery market globally.
April Group
Overview: Asia Pacific Resources International Limited (APRIL) Group is a leading manufacturer of pulp and paper products globally. The company’s flagship PaperOneTM office paper is marketed and sold in more than 70 countries globally. The group employ over 5,000 people and 90,000 more work in businesses for supply and support.
Product Portfolio: The Company offers products for liquid packaging, printing & writing paper, food packaging, tissues, shopping bags, magazines and books.
Key Development: In 2020- April Group has announced the launch of 3 new brands for its Office Paper range. The new products include white multipurpose copies available in various odd sizes such as A5, SRA3, A4S, B5, B4, Legal and Ledger.
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