The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its Q4 2022 Boxboard report.
Total Boxboard production in Q4 decreased 3% compared to Q4 2021, but 2022 production was up 1% when compared to the same 12 months of 2021.
• The boxboard operating rate was 87.8%, down when compared to Q4 2021 and for the year-to-date.
• When comparing 2022 to 2021, production of Solid Bleached Boxboard and Unbleached Kraft & Gypsum were both essentially flat while Recycled Boxboard production was up 2%.
The complete report with detailed tables, charts and historical data can be purchased by contacting Kory Bockman at Statistics_Publications@afandpa.org or 202-463-4716.
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