“The North American Corrugated Sheets Market size was US$ 278 Million in 2023 and is likely to grow at a healthy CAGR of 3.0% in the long run to reach US$ 344.8 Million in 2030.”
Market Dynamics
Introduction
The corrugated sheet features a twin-wall profile extrusion, connected by vertical ribs. PP and PE, belonging to the thermoplastic family, are the materials of choice for manufacturing corrugated sheets, sharing recyclable properties that highlight their environmentally sustainable characteristics. Corrugated sheets are extensively employed in sectors including packaging, signage, construction, and beyond, owing to their versatile utility.
Drivers
Increasing environmental awareness and regulations promoting sustainable practices in North America have led to a growing preference for recyclable and biodegradable materials in various industries. Corrugated sheets, being both recyclable and eco-friendly, are primed to benefit from this trend. Additionally, its cost advantages over alternative materials make it an appealing option for businesses seeking efficient and economical packaging solutions.
Recent Market Acquisitions
In 2021, the Laminacorr Group of Companies acquired Technology Container (TCC). TCC is renowned for its proprietary process used in manufacturing reusable autolocking corrugated plastic boxes. This acquisition highlights Laminacorr's strategic emphasis on expanding its capabilities in the conversion of corrugated sheets and its commitment to sustainability initiatives.
Recent Product Development
In 2020, Laminacorr Industries unveiled a new product line during Modest 2020: Flutecorr Packaging. This high-quality corrugated plastic sheet, extruded from polypropylene, finds application in material handling. Its versatility enables the creation of dividers, dunnage, boxes, totes, pads, and various other products within the reusable and cold-chain packaging industry.
Market Segments' Analysis
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Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Segments with High Growth Opportunity
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Application-Type Analysis
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Outdoor Signs & Displays, Packaging & Protections, Building Solutions, and Others.
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Packaging & Protections is expected to be the widely used application in the market, over the forecasted period.
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Thickness-Type Analysis
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<=5 MM, 6-8 MM, >8 MM, and Line Thickness.
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<=5 MM is anticipated to contribute as the largest type of the market in the coming years.
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Material-Type Analysis
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PP and PE.
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PP is estimated to maintain its dominance throughout the forecast period.
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Country Analysis
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The USA, Canada, and Mexico.
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The USA is expected to maintain its reign over the forecast period, whereas Mexico is likely to grow at the fastest rate.
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By Application Type
“Packaging & Protection is expected to remain dominant as well as the fastest-growing application in the market during the forecast period”.
- The North American Corrugated Sheets Market is segmented into Outdoor Signs & Displays, Packaging & Protections, Building Solutions, and Others.
- Packaging & Protection is expected to remain dominant as well as the fastest-growing application in the market during the forecast period. Corrugated sheets are preferred for packaging applications owing to their impressive impact resistance. Its strength enhances the durability of containers and packaging systems, providing robust protection against impacts and ensuring the integrity of the packaged items.
- Key players are adopting recirculating packaging to reduce waste, promote recycling, and minimize environmental impact.
By Thickness Type
“<=5 MM is expected to remain the dominant and fastest-growing thickness type in the market during the forecast period”.
- The market is segmented into <=5 MM, 6-8 MM, and >8 MM
- <=5 MM is expected to remain the dominant and fastest-growing thickness type in the market during the forecast period. Key advantages of this thickness type include lightweight, flexibility, ease of cutting and fabricating, and cost-effectiveness.
- Key applications of this thickness type include packaging of delicate items, electronics, food trays, signage, promotional displays, and printing substrates.
By Material Type
"PP is projected to remain the dominant and fastest-growing material in the market throughout the forecast period”.
- The market is segmented into PP and PE.
- PP is widely utilized across various industries due to its versatility and cost-effectiveness making it the dominant material of choice.
- PP can undergo recycling up to four times, while high-density PE demonstrates greater recyclability potential, with up to ten cycles possible. Despite the enhanced sustainability of high-density PE, PP remains economically advantageous offering a lower price point compared to PE.
- Additionally, The higher melting point of PP in comparison to PE, coupled with its superior chemical resistance, positions it as the preferred material for corrugated sheets. We have not included polycarbonate in our study.
Regional Analysis
“The USA is expected to remain the largest market for North American Corrugated Sheets during the forecast period”.
- In terms of countries, the USA is expected to remain the largest market for North American Corrugated Sheets during the forecast period.
- The USA possesses a substantial manufacturing base for plastics and related materials, encompassing facilities for both polypropylene production and the manufacturing of Corrugated sheets. As such, it hosts manufacturing facilities for all major players in the market.
- In addition to this the USA's strong economic growth fuels demand across various industries, including packaging, construction, and automotive, all of which are major consumers of Corrugated sheets.
- Mexico is poised to emerge as the fastest-growing market due to its expanding presence across various end-use markets. The diverse applications of corrugated sheets across a wide range of industries contribute significantly to its growth trajectory.
Key Players
The market is highly concentrated with the presence of a handful number of players across the region The majority of companies provide corrugated sheets for packaging & protection applications, catering to various end-use industries. The following are the key players in the North American corrugated sheets market. Many of the players in the market are vertically integrated, engaging in the conversion of corrugated sheets into boxes and various other forms.
Here is the list of the Top Players (Based on Dominance)
- Inteplast Group including Coroplast and Matra Plast
- Primex Plastics Corporation
- Laminacorr Industries
- CoolSeal USA
- US Plast Inc
- Centralplas LLC
- Minnesota Diversified Industries (MDI)
- Lundell Plastics
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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Report Features
This report provides market intelligence most comprehensively. The report structure has been kept such that it offers maximum business value. It provides critical insights into market dynamics and will enable strategic decision-making for existing market players as well as those willing to enter the market. The following are the key features of the report:
- Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
- Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
- Market trend and forecast analysis.
- Market segment trend and forecast.
- Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
- COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve.
- Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
- Emerging trends.
- Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
- Key success factors.
The North American Corrugated Sheets Market is segmented into the following categories.
North American Corrugated Sheets Market, by Application Type
- Outdoor Signs & Displays
- Application-Level Analysis [Headers & Merchandisers, Displays, and Others]
- Country Analysis [USA, Canada, and Mexico]
- Packaging & Protection
- Use-Type Analysis [Recirculating Packaging and Others]
- Application-Level Analysis [Packaging, Layer Pads, and Others]
- Country Analysis [USA, Canada, and Mexico]
- Building Solutions
- Application-Level Analysis [Protection & Fencing and Others]
- Country Analysis [USA, Canada, and Mexico]
North American Corrugated Sheets Market, by Thickness Type
- <=5 MM (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
- 6-8 MM (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
- >8 MM (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
North American Corrugated Sheets Market, by Material Type
- PP (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
- PE (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
North American Corrugated Sheets Market, by Country
- Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico
Research Methodology
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