Total U.S. Containerboard Production Decreased 5 Percent in Q2 2025
The operating rates for all four major grades in Q2 2025 declined from Q1, with the overall rate dropping 2.7 points. Production for export has declined nearly 12% year-to-date. Domestic new supply, however, has only declined 1.2%. Inventories at mills peaked in May, climbing to their highest level in over 15 months, and then declined slightly to end the quarter at 433 thousand short tons. A subscription to the complete report with detailed tables, charts and historical data can be purchased by contacting Kory Bockman at [email protected] or 202-463-4716. About AF&PA The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) serves to advance U.S. paper and wood products manufacturers through fact-based public policy and marketplace advocacy. The forest products industry is circular by nature. AF&PA member companies make essential products from renewable and recycle resources, generate renewable bioenergy and are committed to continuous improvement through the industry's sustainability initiative — Better Practices, Better Planet 2030: Sustainable Products for a Sustainable Future. The forest products industry accounts for approximately 5% of the total U.S. manufacturing GDP, manufactures about $350 billion in products annually and employs about 925,000 people. The industry meets a payroll of about $65 billion annually and is among the top 10 manufacturing sector employers in 43 states. SOURCE: AF&PA |
July 28, 2025 - The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the Q2 2025 Containerboard Quarterly report. According to the report, total containerboard production in Q2 decreased 5% compared to Q2 2024. It was down 3% when compared to the same six months of 2024.