U.S. boxboard production in February 2018 increased 2.4% when compared to February 2017, but decreased 4.8% from last month.

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U.S. boxboard production increased by 2.4% in February 2018

U.S. boxboard production in February 2018 increased 2.4% when compared to February 2017, but decreased 4.8% from last month, as the American Forest & Paper Association reported.

Unbleached kraft boxboard production increased over the same month a year ago, but decreased compared to last month. Total solid bleached boxboard & liner production increased when compared to February 2017 and increased compared to last month. The production of recycled boxboard decreased compared to February 2017 and decreased when compared to last month.

The American Forest & Paper Association serves to advance a sustainable U.S. pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products manufacturing industry through fact-based public policy and marketplace advocacy.