Sack Kraft Paper Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis By Type (Bleached and Unbleached), By Grade (White and Brown), By Application (Food, Chemical & Minerals, Fertilizers, Building & Construction, Retail Stores, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2025-2032

A sack paper is a porous paper manufactured from softwood pulp from a combination of fibers. This kraft paper has high tear resistance and elasticity and is designed to be used for packaging products that need durability and strength. This kraft paper maintains the balance between porosity and strength, making it best suitable for the packaging of cement and other powdered materials. The use of such papers in other end-use industries such as food, building & construction is contributing to the growth of the sack kraft paper market.

• According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, the global production of paper and paperboard increased by more than 4% between 2020 and 2021 to 417.3 million metric tons. In addition, according to a report published by the World Economic Forum, paper is one of the most recycled materials, accounting for half (by weight) of all materials collected for recycling. Thus, the accelerating demand for eco-friendly products with high recycling rates will boost the growth of the sack kraft paper market during the forecast period.

Sack kraft paper is designed to provide exceptional strength and tear resistance. The development of the infrastructure and growing building & construction industry exhibit a high demand for sack kraft paper bags for the packaging of cement and other materials, driving the growth of this market. Furthermore, the augmenting demand for sack kraft paper in the packaging of animal feed and agricultural products and the use of bags in retail and grocery stores is increasing the growth of the sack kraft paper market.

Sack kraft paper is made from wood pulp and large-scale deforestation is required to manufacture it. The strict government rules on cutting trees for economic purposes are hampering the growth of the sack kraft paper market. Furthermore, the availability of substitutes for sack kraft paper, such as flexible bags, is restricting the growth of this market.

The COVID-19 pandemic hampered the growth of the sack kraft paper market due to a halt in development activities. The food and agricultural feed market has seen moderate growth. However, the building & construction and chemical & materials markets have seen negative growth due to the down of the infrastructural activities. The temporary lockdown also impacted the retail & grocery stores, negatively impacting the sack kraft paper market.

SEGMENTATION

KEY INSIGHTS

The report covers the following key insights:

• Recent Advancements in the Sack Kraft Paper Market


• Key Industry Trends


• Regulatory Landscape for the Sack Kraft Paper Market


• Key Industry Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, and Partnerships)


• Impact of COVID-19 on the Sack Kraft Paper Market

ANALYSIS BY TYPE

Based on type, the market is segmented into bleached and unbleached.

The unbleached segment dominates the sack kraft paper market. The unbleached paper has a light brown color and it is one of the toughest of the common packaging papers, making it suitable for use where maximum strength is essential. Moreover, the use of unbleached sack kraft paper in the shipping and transportation of heavy-duty and reliable goods is enhancing the segment growth.

ANALYSIS BY GRADE

Based on grade, the market is segmented into white and brown.

The brown segment holds the largest share in the market. The brown kraft paper is produced from the unbleached wood pulp. The growing demand for sustainable products in the market, coupled with the growing demand for products with a natural look and texture, is boosting the expansion of this segment.

ANALYSIS BY APPLICATION

Based on application, the market is segmented into food, chemicals & minerals, fertilizers, building & construction, retail stores, and others.

The food segment dominates the global sack kraft paper market. The increasing population across the globe raised the demand for food products. Furthermore, the changing lifestyle and shifting preferences of consuming food in the urban areas toward packed food are bolstering the growth of this segment.

REGIONAL ANALYSIS

The sack kraft paper market has been studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

Asia Pacific is the dominating segment of the sack kraft paper market. The infrastructural development and growing number of retail and grocery stores are driving the region’s growth. North America is growing at a significant rate due to the augmenting chemical industry and the rising number of retail store chains.

Europe is growing at a lucrative rate due to the high demand for sustainable packaging solutions in the region. Latin America is anticipated to grow at a moderate during the forecast period. The growing development in the region, coupled with the surging food industry, is fueling the growth of the market.

The Middle East & African region is expected to grow at a moderate rate due to the adoption of sustainable products.

KEY PLAYERS COVERED

The report includes the profiles of key players such as WestRock Company, Nordic Paper, BillerudKorsnäs, Mondi, Canadian Kraft Paper Ltd, Georgia-Pacific LLC, Smurfit Kappa, International Paper Company, SCG PACKAGING, and Oji Holdings Corporation.

KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS

• In December 2023, Mondi expanded its range of saturating kraft paper and increased its capacity to enhance and improve its services for the production of external and internal building panels, worktops, and technical films.


• In July 2020, Sabert Corporation, a manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions, announced the launch of a new product line, the Kraft Collection. The new product line comprises an array of paperboard and corrugated food packaging solutions made with a variety of materials, which are compostable, recyclable, and contain post-consumer fiber content, featuring Sabert’s long-standing commitment to sustainability.


• In February 2020, Mondi launched a sack kraft paper mobile app named Go2Sack to respond to the growing digitalization trend and aims to simplify decision-making for customers. The app gives easy access to product-related information and technical data and provides the most appropriate paper for various filling conditions. The app supports users in selecting the best paper grade for a specific product and minimizes the time spent on making decisions to place orders.