Global Solid Board Market Size By Material Type (Virgin Paper and Recycled Paper), By Application (Layer Pads, Trays, Edge Protectors), By End-Use Industry (Building and Construction, Tobacco Packaging, Food and Beverages, Cosmetics), By Geographic Scope And Forecast

Solid Board Market Size And Forecast

Solid Board Market size was valued at USD 9.21 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 12.4 Billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.31% from 2024 to 2031

The Global Solid Board Market is expected to showcase substantial growth during the forecasted period with a boost in the market demand due to the rapid expansion of the processed food industry and the increasing demand for frozen food products. The rising environmental concerns are also a contributing factor towards the market growth of solid boards over polymer-based boards. The Global Solid Board Market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors that are playing a substantial role in the market.

Global Solid Board Market Definition

Solid board is a type of packaging material this is utilized in pharmaceuticals and fresh meals packaging. The solid board offers the proper sustainable storage option, as well as shipping and product protection, puncture resistance, and high stackability. Solid board is extremely stiff and rigid while used in the proper way, which means it could be utilized in applications beyond what you think they could tolerate.

This material is also frequently used for the backboard in refill pads of paper or board-backed envelopes, or even meals packaging where the board will not be in direct touch with the product. Solid board packaging offers superior performance and moisture resistance. Also, a solid board is available with unique features of excellent graphics and smooth opening options. These are also light-weight than different polymer-based options with the same withholding capacity.

Manufacturers are also capitalizing on the other capabilities of the solid boards which include trays and part protectors. The lightweight characteristic of the solid boards adds up to the logistical benefit of the products by saving up on volume. Also, these are best for packaging meals and beverage commodities. However, to reduce the environmental damage, the solid boards are being made from recyclable material which makes them a biodegradable product.

Global Solid Board Market Overview

The growing concerns for the environment are enticing a shift towards a more sustainable technique for operations for numerous business activities. Solid boards are biodegradable which makes ranks them above most of the polymer-based alternatives in the marketplace. This drives the marketplace boom of the solid boards market for packaging numerous commodities. In addition, the lightweight feature of the solid boards brings in numerous logistical benefits which lead to producers adopting solid board packaging for their operations which fuels the market demand of the solid board marketplace.

Okay, so solid boards? They're pretty great! Solid board packaging gives you way better performance and can really stand up to moisture. Plus, you can get them with awesome-looking graphics and smooth opening, which is always a win. And because solid board is so dense, it's super strong, keeping your products safe and sound. You can even print, foil, emboss, and varnish them to make really eye-catching packaging that'll practically jump off the shelves! Oh, and they're easy to store too. On top of all that, using solid boards helps improve your brand's image and even cuts down on your company's carbon footprint. With all these benefits, it's easy to see why the solid board market is expected to take off!

Furthermore, the fast-moving enlargement of the processed food enterprise and growing demand for frozen food merchandise provide significant growth opportunities for the solid board’s marketplace. Moreover, urbanization in the emerging economies had led to the accelerated application of solid boards in the building and production sector which promises to propel the marketplace demand for this market during the forecasted period. However, the presence of product alternate and environmental impact is anticipated to hinder the growth of the solid board marketplace during the forecast period, while the presence of matured markets can challenge the growth of the solid board marketplace.

Global Solid Board Market Segmentation Analysis

The Global Solid Board Market is segmented based on Material Type, Application, End-Use Industry, and Geography.

Solid Board Market, By Material Type

• Virgin Paper• Recycled Paper

Based on Material Type, the Global Solid Board Market is classified into Virgin Paper and Recycled Paper. Virgin paper does not contain any recyclable content, is made directly of the pulp of trees or cotton. Recycled paper is a paper that is constituted into paper again. It is manufactured from paper scrap which gets discarded in the first place.

Solid Board Market, By Application

• Layer Pads• Trays• Edge Protectors• POP Displays• Boxes

Based on Application, the Global Solid Board Market is classified into Layer Pads, Trays, Edge Protectors, POP Displays, and Boxes. The Boxes segment is estimated to account for the largest market share in global Solid Board Market growth. Solid boards are primarily used for box production to hold and accommodate numerous items inner those containers for storage and transportation purposes. In addition, Layer pads are used inside cases to divide layers of stacked merchandise including cans, bottles, and different rigid packing.

The layer pad stabilizes the goods disperses weight evenly to prevent harm even as transportation. Solid boards act as layer pads because of their inflexible nature and offer extra support and safety to the commodities being transported. Solid boards also are used as aspect protectors that is angled piece fitted over the edge of containers, crates, and bundles to avoid the pressure from steel bands or different kinds of cuttings into the package. POP displays may be made of solid boards in which a consumer engages with a product.

Solid Board Market, By End-Use Industry

• Building and Construction• Tobacco Packaging• Food and Beverages• Cosmetics• Electronics

Based on End-Use Industry, the Global Solid Board Market is classed into Building and Construction, Tobacco Packaging, Food and Beverages, Cosmetics, and Electronics. The Food and Beverages segment is estimated to account for the largest market share in Global Solid Board growth. Building and construction sector typically uses solid boards for packaging. The boards have an inflexible nature and robust upholding ability which makes them perfect for packaging numerous construction materials of the construction industry Frozen and processed food packaging is another famous aspect of the solid boards market.

The lightweight feature of the solid boards makes it suitable to contain meals is processed or frozen form. It is also cost-effective during logistical operations. Tobacco packaging is another aspect wherein solid boards come into play. The moisture resisting nature of the solid boards prevents the tobacco from moisture exposure which prevents it from deterioration. Cosmetics and digital commodities are also packaged inside solid board boxes.

Solid Board Market, By Geography

• North America• Europe• Asia Pacific• Rest of the world

Looking at how different regions stack up, the global solid board market breaks down into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World. We're expecting Europe to really take off, growing at a faster rate than other regions in the coming years. This is largely thanks to the big players already established there who are taking advantage of the shift away from those pesky single-use plastics. Plus, with the rising use of both recycled and virgin paper for packaging – thanks to people thinking it's better for the environment and the increased need thanks to e-Commerce and shipping – we're seeing a similar surge in the demand for solid boards across Europe.

Key Players

The “Global Solid Board Market” study report will provide valuable insight with an emphasis on the global market. The major players in the market are VPK Packaging Group, Smurfit Kappa Group, International Paper Co, Nuttall packaging, Eska, Preston Board & Packaging Ltd, Unipak, Mclaren Packaging & Model Group. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.

Key Developments

• In March 2021, International Paper has purchased two state-of-the-art corrugated box plants in Spain, further growing its capabilities in Madrid and Catalonia, the largest industrial regions in the country. The terms of the transactions were not disclosed. Corrugated packaging is a strategic business for International Paper in EMEA and offers customers high-quality packaging solutions in the industrial, fresh fruit and vegetable, and e-commerce segments.

• In October 2020, VPK Group came to an agreement with Canadian Overseas Packaging Industries (COPI) Ltd to buy Encase Ltd, manufacturer and designer of corrugated cardboard packaging. The combined businesses are expected to achieve yearly sales of more than 200 million GBP in corrugated packaging and sheets.

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