U.S. packaging papers shipments in July 2017 totaled 230,900 tons, 4.7% higher than in July 2016, according to the AF&PA (Washington, D.C., USA) July 2017 U.S. Packaging Papers & Specialty Packaging Monthly Report released this week. 

Bag & Sack shipments were up 6.1% year-to-date, while food wrapping shipments were down 9.5% over the same period. The operating rate for July 2017 was 88.4%, in line with the year-to-date rate of 88.6%. Inventories were 173,100 tons, up slightly since June 2017.

 

The complete report with detailed tables, charts, and historical data can be purchased by contacting AF&PA.