U.S. boxboard production in Q1 2024 decreased 2% compared to Q1 2023. The boxboard operating rate was 89.2%, up 1.3 points from the same quarter last year, according to the American Forest & Paper Association.
Solid Bl. Folding - Domestic production increased 3% compared to Q1 2023.
Solid Bleached Boxboard unmade orders were up 22% compared to the end of the previous quarter and decreased 14% compared to March 2023.
Uncoated Recycled Boxboard production remained essentially flat (-0.3%) compared to Q1 2023.
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.
