U.S. packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in June 2022 decreased 4% compared to June 2021. They were essentially flat (+0.0%) when compared to the same 6 months of 2021, according to the American Forest & Paper Association.
The operating rate was 86.4%, down 4.7 points from June 2021 and essentially flat (+0.2 pts.) year-to-date.
Mill inventories at the end of June remained essentially flat (-182 short tons) from the previous month and were up 9,000 short tons compared to June 2021.
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.
