U.S. boxboard production in September 2018 decreased 0.9% when compared to September 2017 and decreased 7% from last month.

Packaging

U.S. boxboard production decreased by 0.9% in September

U.S. boxboard production in September 2018 decreased 0.9% when compared to September 2017 and decreased 7% from last month, as the American Forest & Paper Association reported.

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