Paper and paperboard output recovered in 2024
FAO forest-products statistics report global paper and paperboard production of 423 million tonnes in 2024, an increase of 4% from 2023. The FAO also reports 112 million tonnes of exports in this category. These figures describe 2024 activity and should not be confused with a 2026 forecast.
China, the United States and India accounted for substantial shares of global paper and paperboard output. For industrial buyers, regional supply availability and product requirements can be more useful than a single global production total.
Paper sourcing decisions should identify grammage, recycled-content requirements, moisture tolerance, end-use application, packaging, certification and shipping conditions. These specifications support consistent supplier comparisons.
Sources and methodology
Source: FAO — Forest Products Statistics, 2024 production and trade. Figures are attributed to their original publishers; procurement implications are CORVELIX editorial interpretation, not statements by the cited organizations.