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Global Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

Publisher GlobalInfoResearch
Published Aug 22, 2025
Length 92 Pages
SKU # GFSH20328179

Description

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) market size was valued at US$ million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD million by 2031 with a CAGR of %during review period.

There are two forms of recycled paperboard – coated recycled paperboard (CRB) and uncoated recycled paperboard (URB).

URB also has a variety of uses among within consumer products (school and office supplies, game boards and boxes, hard-bound book covers, pressurized laminates for flooring and countertops, household product cores), consumer packaging (skin/blister packaging, interior packaging partitions), retail displays (point-of-purchase display cases, set-up boxes) and industrial supplies (fiber drums, air filter frames, thermo coupling testing device rods, among other uses).

The Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) market is driven by several key factors:

Sustainability and Environmental Concerns: As global awareness of environmental issues grows, there is a rising demand for sustainable packaging materials. URB is made from recycled paper fibers, making it an eco-friendly choice compared to virgin paperboard.

Circular Economy Initiatives: URB fits well within the principles of the circular economy, where materials are recycled and reused to minimize waste. Many industries are adopting circular economy practices, driving the demand for recycled paperboard.

Regulatory and Policy Support: Governments and regulatory bodies are implementing policies and regulations that promote the use of eco-friendly and recycled materials. This support for sustainable packaging solutions boosts the demand for URB.

Consumer Preference: Consumers are becoming more conscious of the environmental impact of their choices, including packaging. URB aligns with the preferences of environmentally conscious consumers.

Packaging Industry Demand: URB is widely used in various packaging applications such as boxes, cartons, and packaging inserts. The growth of industries such as food and beverage, cosmetics, electronics, and e-commerce drives the demand for URB as a packaging material.

Cost-Efficiency: URB is often more cost-effective than virgin paperboard due to the use of recycled materials. This makes it an attractive choice for businesses aiming to reduce packaging costs.

E-Commerce Growth: The rise of online shopping has led to an increased need for packaging materials. URB can be used for shipping boxes and packaging materials in the e-commerce sector.

Innovation and Technology: Advancements in recycling and papermaking technology have improved the quality and consistency of URB, making it a viable option for various packaging needs.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031

Global Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031

Global Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031

Global Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and ASP (US$/Ton), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB)

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include WestRock, Sonoco, Greif, Dura-Fibre (Dunsirn Partners), Ox Industries, North Georgia Paperboard, Cascades, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market Segmentation

Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
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Market segment by Application
E-Commerce
Consumer Goods & Electronics
Industrial & Heavy-Duty
Others

Major players covered
WestRock
Sonoco
Greif
Dura-Fibre (Dunsirn Partners)
Ox Industries
North Georgia Paperboard
Cascades

Market segment by region, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB), with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4, the Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB).

Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.

Table of Contents

92 Pages
1 Market Overview
2 Manufacturers Profiles
3 Competitive Environment: Uncoated Recycled Paperboard (URB) by Manufacturer
4 Consumption Analysis by Region
5 Market Segment by Type
6 Market Segment by Application
7 North America
8 Europe
9 Asia-Pacific
10 South America
11 Middle East & Africa
12 Market Dynamics
13 Raw Material and Industry Chain
14 Shipments by Distribution Channel
15 Research Findings and Conclusion
16 Appendix
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