The micro flute paper market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.83 billion in 2024 to $4.07 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased packaging industry trends, changing consumer preferences, supply chain efficiencies, retailer requirements, environmental awareness.
The micro flute paper market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.22 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to e-commerce expansion, customization trends, regulatory emphasis on sustainability, brand image enhancement, cost-effective packaging solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include focus on lightweighting and material efficiency, expansion of product offerings, digitalization in printing processes, regulatory compliance and certification, collaboration for sustainable supply chains.
The continued expansion of e-commerce is anticipated to drive the growth of the micro flute paper market in the future. E-commerce involves the online buying and selling of goods and services, with micro flute paper serving as a packaging solution in this sector, encompassing corrugated trays, folding cartons, and various packaging formats. The surge in e-commerce activities contributes to heightened demand for micro flute paper. For example, data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals that estimated retail e-commerce sales in the United States reached $299.1 billion in the fourth quarter of 2022, reflecting a 4.1% growth from the previous quarter. Additionally, there was a 6.2% increase in e-commerce sales during the same period compared to 2021, underscoring the pivotal role of e-commerce in propelling the micro flute paper market.
The increased penetration of retail is poised to propel the growth of the micro flute paper market in the foreseeable future. Retail, involving the direct sale of goods or services to consumers through physical stores, online platforms, or a combination of both, utilizes micro flute paper for eco-friendly receipt printing, contributing to sustainable and efficient transaction processes. Recent statistics from the UK Parliament indicate that retail sales in Great Britain totaled $9.7 billion (£9 billion) per week in October 2023, up from an estimated $9 billion (£8.4 billion) in September 2023. This growth in retail sales emphasizes the driving force of the greater penetration of retail in the micro-fute paper market.
Leading companies in the micro-fute paper market are channeling their efforts into developing advanced systems, such as digital cutting and creasing systems, to enhance efficiency and maximize market profitability. Digital cutting and creasing systems employ digital methods to precisely cut and crease materials such as paper or cardboard in diverse shapes and patterns. As an example, in April 2022, McGowans Digital Print, based in Ireland, installed the first Highcon Beam 2 digital cutting and creasing system in the country. This advanced system, integrated into an end-to-end digital print and packaging workflow, facilitates efficient handling of folding carton and micro flute corrugated packaging projects, minimizing setup time and waste to meet tight deadlines for short-run projects.
Innovative packaging solutions, particularly in the form of eco-friendly and sustainable gift packaging, are becoming a prominent trend among major companies in the micro-fute paper market. Eco-friendly and sustainable gift packaging offers a recyclable alternative to traditional rigid boxes, minimizing environmental impact. Metsä Board, a Finland-based producer of premium fresh fiber paperboards, introduced micro-flute gift packaging in October 2023. This eco-friendly solution features a micro-flute base and lid design, developed to reduce material usage and environmental impact while providing a lighter yet robust option for premium products such as cosmetics. The micro-flute packaging, with a smaller flute size compared to traditional corrugated boards, allows for printing flexibility and is designed for production efficiency, seamlessly integrating into existing production lines.
In March 2023, Parksons Packaging, an India-based packaging solutions provider, acquired MK Printpack. This acquisition aims to leverage MK Printpack’s expertise in manufacturing high-quality micro flute cartons, utilizing its large-format printing capability and strategically located manufacturing facilities. MK Printpack, an India-based printing and packaging company, specializes in the production of micro flute paper packaging cartoons.
Major companies operating in the micro flute paper market include Smurfit Kappa Group, Van Genechten Packaging, Stora Enso Oyj, Netpak Packaging Inc, WestRock Company, Novolex Holdings, DS Smith Plc, Mayr-Melnhof Packaging International GmbH, Cascades Sonoco, Mondi Group, Shanghai DE Printed Box, International Paper Company, Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited, Georgia-Pacific LLC, Oji Holdings Corporation, Lee & Man Paper Manufacturing Ltd., Nippon Paper Industries Co. Ltd., Shandong Bohui Paper Industry Co. Ltd., Vinda International Holdings Limited, Shenzhen YUTO Packaging Technology Co. Ltd., Rengo Co. Ltd., Grigeo AB, Sonoco Products Company, Dingxin Group Co. Ltd., Prowell Paper LLC, Guangzhou Huatian Paper Co. Ltd., Horizon Pulp & Paper Ltd., Cheng Loong Corp., Evergreen Packaging Inc., Kishu Paper Co. Ltd., Cartiere del Garda S.p.A., Visy Industries.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the micro flute paper market in 2024. The regions covered in the micro flute paper market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the micro flute paper market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Micro-flute paper refers to corrugated sheets with one or two flat liner board sheets, featuring different wall thicknesses and serving as a secure and hygienic material for food packaging in the food and beverages sector.
The main types of micro-flute papers include A-Flute, B-Flute, C-Flute, E-Flute, F-Flute, and others. A flute denotes a specific flute size in corrugated cardboard or paperboard, with 36 flutes per foot, commonly utilized in double-wall applications and heavy-duty shipping boxes due to its excellent stacking strength and protective packaging cushioning. These papers are manufactured using various materials, including recycled and virgin content, and are available in a range of sizes and basis weights, such as up to 100 GSM, 100 to 175 GSM, 175 to 250 GSM, and above 250 GSM. End users of micro-flute paper include industries such as food and beverages, consumer electronics, healthcare, personal and household care, among others.
The micro flute paper market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides micro flute paper market statistics, including micro flute paper industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a micro flute paper market share, detailed micro flute paper market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the micro flute paper industry. This micro flute paper market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
The micro-flute paper market consists of sales of BC flute, BE flute, BA flute, and EE flute. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The micro flute paper market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.22 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to e-commerce expansion, customization trends, regulatory emphasis on sustainability, brand image enhancement, cost-effective packaging solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include focus on lightweighting and material efficiency, expansion of product offerings, digitalization in printing processes, regulatory compliance and certification, collaboration for sustainable supply chains.
The continued expansion of e-commerce is anticipated to drive the growth of the micro flute paper market in the future. E-commerce involves the online buying and selling of goods and services, with micro flute paper serving as a packaging solution in this sector, encompassing corrugated trays, folding cartons, and various packaging formats. The surge in e-commerce activities contributes to heightened demand for micro flute paper. For example, data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals that estimated retail e-commerce sales in the United States reached $299.1 billion in the fourth quarter of 2022, reflecting a 4.1% growth from the previous quarter. Additionally, there was a 6.2% increase in e-commerce sales during the same period compared to 2021, underscoring the pivotal role of e-commerce in propelling the micro flute paper market.
The increased penetration of retail is poised to propel the growth of the micro flute paper market in the foreseeable future. Retail, involving the direct sale of goods or services to consumers through physical stores, online platforms, or a combination of both, utilizes micro flute paper for eco-friendly receipt printing, contributing to sustainable and efficient transaction processes. Recent statistics from the UK Parliament indicate that retail sales in Great Britain totaled $9.7 billion (£9 billion) per week in October 2023, up from an estimated $9 billion (£8.4 billion) in September 2023. This growth in retail sales emphasizes the driving force of the greater penetration of retail in the micro-fute paper market.
Leading companies in the micro-fute paper market are channeling their efforts into developing advanced systems, such as digital cutting and creasing systems, to enhance efficiency and maximize market profitability. Digital cutting and creasing systems employ digital methods to precisely cut and crease materials such as paper or cardboard in diverse shapes and patterns. As an example, in April 2022, McGowans Digital Print, based in Ireland, installed the first Highcon Beam 2 digital cutting and creasing system in the country. This advanced system, integrated into an end-to-end digital print and packaging workflow, facilitates efficient handling of folding carton and micro flute corrugated packaging projects, minimizing setup time and waste to meet tight deadlines for short-run projects.
Innovative packaging solutions, particularly in the form of eco-friendly and sustainable gift packaging, are becoming a prominent trend among major companies in the micro-fute paper market. Eco-friendly and sustainable gift packaging offers a recyclable alternative to traditional rigid boxes, minimizing environmental impact. Metsä Board, a Finland-based producer of premium fresh fiber paperboards, introduced micro-flute gift packaging in October 2023. This eco-friendly solution features a micro-flute base and lid design, developed to reduce material usage and environmental impact while providing a lighter yet robust option for premium products such as cosmetics. The micro-flute packaging, with a smaller flute size compared to traditional corrugated boards, allows for printing flexibility and is designed for production efficiency, seamlessly integrating into existing production lines.
In March 2023, Parksons Packaging, an India-based packaging solutions provider, acquired MK Printpack. This acquisition aims to leverage MK Printpack’s expertise in manufacturing high-quality micro flute cartons, utilizing its large-format printing capability and strategically located manufacturing facilities. MK Printpack, an India-based printing and packaging company, specializes in the production of micro flute paper packaging cartoons.
Major companies operating in the micro flute paper market include Smurfit Kappa Group, Van Genechten Packaging, Stora Enso Oyj, Netpak Packaging Inc, WestRock Company, Novolex Holdings, DS Smith Plc, Mayr-Melnhof Packaging International GmbH, Cascades Sonoco, Mondi Group, Shanghai DE Printed Box, International Paper Company, Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited, Georgia-Pacific LLC, Oji Holdings Corporation, Lee & Man Paper Manufacturing Ltd., Nippon Paper Industries Co. Ltd., Shandong Bohui Paper Industry Co. Ltd., Vinda International Holdings Limited, Shenzhen YUTO Packaging Technology Co. Ltd., Rengo Co. Ltd., Grigeo AB, Sonoco Products Company, Dingxin Group Co. Ltd., Prowell Paper LLC, Guangzhou Huatian Paper Co. Ltd., Horizon Pulp & Paper Ltd., Cheng Loong Corp., Evergreen Packaging Inc., Kishu Paper Co. Ltd., Cartiere del Garda S.p.A., Visy Industries.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the micro flute paper market in 2024. The regions covered in the micro flute paper market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the micro flute paper market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Micro-flute paper refers to corrugated sheets with one or two flat liner board sheets, featuring different wall thicknesses and serving as a secure and hygienic material for food packaging in the food and beverages sector.
The main types of micro-flute papers include A-Flute, B-Flute, C-Flute, E-Flute, F-Flute, and others. A flute denotes a specific flute size in corrugated cardboard or paperboard, with 36 flutes per foot, commonly utilized in double-wall applications and heavy-duty shipping boxes due to its excellent stacking strength and protective packaging cushioning. These papers are manufactured using various materials, including recycled and virgin content, and are available in a range of sizes and basis weights, such as up to 100 GSM, 100 to 175 GSM, 175 to 250 GSM, and above 250 GSM. End users of micro-flute paper include industries such as food and beverages, consumer electronics, healthcare, personal and household care, among others.
The micro flute paper market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides micro flute paper market statistics, including micro flute paper industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a micro flute paper market share, detailed micro flute paper market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the micro flute paper industry. This micro flute paper market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
The micro-flute paper market consists of sales of BC flute, BE flute, BA flute, and EE flute. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
This product will be delivered within 3-5 business days.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary2. Micro Flute Paper Market Characteristics3. Micro Flute Paper Market Trends and Strategies4. Micro Flute Paper Market - Macro Economic Scenario including the impact of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics and Covid and Recovery on the Market100 To 175 GSM32. Global Micro Flute Paper Market Competitive Benchmarking and Dashboard33. Key Mergers and Acquisitions in the Micro Flute Paper Market34. Recent Developments in the Micro Flute Paper Market
5. Global Micro Flute Paper Growth Analysis and Strategic Analysis Framework
6. Micro Flute Paper Market Segmentation
175 To 250 GSM
7. Micro Flute Paper Market Regional and Country Analysis
8. Asia-Pacific Micro Flute Paper Market
9. China Micro Flute Paper Market
10. India Micro Flute Paper Market
11. Japan Micro Flute Paper Market
12. Australia Micro Flute Paper Market
13. Indonesia Micro Flute Paper Market
14. South Korea Micro Flute Paper Market
15. Western Europe Micro Flute Paper Market
16. UK Micro Flute Paper Market
17. Germany Micro Flute Paper Market
18. France Micro Flute Paper Market
19. Italy Micro Flute Paper Market
20. Spain Micro Flute Paper Market
21. Eastern Europe Micro Flute Paper Market
22. Russia Micro Flute Paper Market
23. North America Micro Flute Paper Market
24. USA Micro Flute Paper Market
25. Canada Micro Flute Paper Market
26. South America Micro Flute Paper Market
27. Brazil Micro Flute Paper Market
28. Middle East Micro Flute Paper Market
29. Africa Micro Flute Paper Market
30. Micro Flute Paper Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
31. Micro Flute Paper Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
35. Micro Flute Paper Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
36. Appendix
Executive Summary
Micro Flute Paper Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on micro flute paper market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for micro flute paper? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The micro flute paper market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Flute Type: A-Flute; B-Flute; C-Flute; E-Flute; F-Flute; Other Flute Types2) By Material: Recycled; Virgin
3) By Basis Weight: Up To 100 GSM; 100 To 175 GSM; 175 To 250 GSM; Above 250 GSM
4) By End-User: Food and Beverages; Consumer Electronics; Healthcare; Personal and Household Care; Other End Users
Subsegments:
1) By a-Flute: Single Wall a-Flute; Double Wall a-Flute2) By B-Flute: Single Wall B-Flute; Double Wall B-Flute
3) By C-Flute: Single Wall C-Flute; Double Wall C-Flute
4) By E-Flute: Single Wall E-Flute; Double Wall E-Flute
5) By F-Flute: Single Wall F-Flute; Double Wall F-Flute
6) By Other Flute Types: Specialty Flutes; Custom Flute Profiles
Key Companies Mentioned: Smurfit Kappa Group; Van Genechten Packaging; Stora Enso Oyj; Netpak Packaging Inc; WestRock Company
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: PDF, Word and Excel Data Dashboard.
Companies Mentioned
- Smurfit Kappa Group
- Van Genechten Packaging
- Stora Enso Oyj
- Netpak Packaging Inc
- WestRock Company
- Novolex Holdings
- DS Smith Plc
- Mayr-Melnhof Packaging International GmbH
- Cascades Sonoco
- Mondi Group
- Shanghai DE Printed Box
- International Paper Company
- Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited
- Georgia-Pacific LLC
- Oji Holdings Corporation
- Lee & Man Paper Manufacturing Ltd.
- Nippon Paper Industries Co. Ltd.
- Shandong Bohui Paper Industry Co. Ltd.
- Vinda International Holdings Limited
- Shenzhen YUTO Packaging Technology Co. Ltd.
- Rengo Co. Ltd.
- Grigeo AB
- Sonoco Products Company
- Dingxin Group Co. Ltd.
- Prowell Paper LLC
- Guangzhou Huatian Paper Co. Ltd.
- Horizon Pulp & Paper Ltd.
- Cheng Loong Corp.
- Evergreen Packaging Inc.
- Kishu Paper Co. Ltd.
- Cartiere del Garda S.p.A.
- Visy Industries
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 200 |
| Published | February 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2029 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 4.07 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 5.22 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 6.4% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 32 |
