Total printing-writing paper inventory levels in November 2023 remained essentially flat (+0.4%) when compared to October 2023.
Dec. 20, 2023 - The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its November 2023 Printing-Writing Monthly report. According to the report, total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 16% in November compared to November 2022.
U.S. purchases of total printing-writing papers decreased 24% in November compared to the same month last year.
Total printing-writing paper inventory levels remained essentially flat (+0.4%) when compared to October 2023.
Individually, shipments in all three major P-W grades (UFS, CFS and MECH) in November decreased as well.
- Uncoated Free Sheet shipments decreased 10% when compared to November 2022
- Coated Free Sheet shipments decreased 21% compared to the same period last year, and
- Mechanical papers shipments decreased 39% compared to the same period last year.
A subscription to the complete report with detailed tables, charts and historical data can be purchased by contacting Kory Bockman at Statistics_Publications@afandpa.org 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