The Paper Core Market is expected to register a CAGR of 4% from 2025 to 2031, with a market size expanding from US$ XX million in 2024 to US$ XX Million by 2031.
The report is segmented by Thickness (Less than 8mm, 8-16mm, 16-20mm, 20mm and above). The report further presents analysis based on Application (Beverages Packaging, Paper Industry, Textiles, Adhesive Tapes, Metal Industry, Construction, and Others). The global analysis is further broken-down at regional level and major countries. The Report Offers the Value in USD for the above analysis and segments.
Purpose of the ReportThe report Paper Core Market by The Insight Partners aims to describe the present landscape and future growth, top driving factors, challenges, and opportunities. This will provide insights to various business stakeholders, such as:
- Technology Providers/Manufacturers: To understand the evolving market dynamics and know the potential growth opportunities, enabling them to make informed strategic decisions.
- Investors: To conduct a comprehensive trend analysis regarding the market growth rate, market financial projections, and opportunities that exist across the value chain.
- Regulatory bodies: To regulate policies and police activities in the market with the aim of minimizing abuse, preserving investor trust and confidence, and upholding the integrity and stability of the market.
Paper Core Market Segmentation
Thickness- Less than 8mm
- 8-16mm
- 16-20mm
- 20mm and above
- Beverages Packaging
- Paper Industry
- Textiles
- Adhesive Tapes
- Metal Industry
- Construction
Strategic Insights
Paper Core Market Growth Drivers- Rising Demand for Packaging Solutions: The growth of the packaging industry, especially in e-commerce, is a major driver for the paper core market. Paper cores are used in a variety of packaging applications, such as in the production of cardboard tubes, rolls, and cores for packaging materials like stretch films. As industries require efficient, durable, and cost-effective packaging solutions, the demand for paper cores continues to increase, contributing to the market's growth.
- Shift Toward Sustainable Packaging Materials: With increasing consumer preference for eco-friendly products, there is a growing shift toward using paper cores over plastic alternatives. Paper cores are biodegradable and recyclable, making them an attractive choice for industries focusing on sustainability. This demand for green packaging solutions and materials that align with environmental concerns drives the adoption of paper cores across various applications, including textiles, paper products, and food packaging.
- Growth in Textile and Fabric Industries: The paper core market benefits from the expanding textile and fabric industries, where paper cores are widely used for winding and storing fabrics, yarns, and threads. As the demand for textiles increases globally, the need for paper cores in fabric production, distribution, and retail packaging is also rising. This growth in the textile sector directly impacts the paper core market, supporting its expansion across regions.
- Increasing Use in Renewable Energy Applications: The paper core market is expected to see growth in renewable energy sectors, particularly in the wind energy industry. Paper cores are used to store and wind the fibers for wind turbine blades. As renewable energy projects continue to expand globally, there will be a growing demand for paper cores to support the production and transportation of materials for wind turbines, offering a new avenue for market growth.
- Customization and Design Innovation Trends: The future trend in the paper core market will focus on customization and innovation in design to meet specific industry needs. Manufacturers are likely to offer paper cores in various sizes, thicknesses, and coatings to meet the demands of diverse applications such as food packaging, textiles, and construction materials. Innovations in paper core designs, such as enhanced strength and moisture resistance, will cater to new market segments and increase product appeal.
- Integration of Recycled Paper in Production: A key trend in the paper core market is the increased use of recycled paper to produce paper cores. As sustainability continues to dominate global trends, manufacturers are adopting recycled materials to produce environmentally friendly paper cores. This practice helps reduce waste and provides a cost-effective, sustainable alternative to virgin paper, positioning the paper core market in line with broader efforts toward circular economies and eco-conscious production.
- Expansion in E-commerce Packaging: The rapid growth of the e-commerce sector presents significant opportunities for the paper core market. E-commerce businesses require robust and sustainable packaging for shipping products safely and efficiently. Paper cores are used in packaging materials such as paper tubes and rolls, offering opportunities for manufacturers to cater to the increased demand for protective, cost-effective packaging solutions in this expanding market.
- Growth in Consumer Goods Packaging: Paper cores are also gaining traction in the consumer goods packaging market, particularly in industries like food and beverages, where packaging plays a crucial role in product protection and branding. The shift toward eco-friendly and lightweight packaging options provides opportunities for paper core manufacturers to offer sustainable, high-quality packaging solutions that meet consumer demands for both performance and environmental responsibility.
- Innovation in Paper Core Recycling: As the demand for sustainable materials increases, the opportunity for paper core manufacturers to innovate in recycling technologies arises. By developing more efficient methods for recycling used paper cores, companies can reduce raw material costs and promote circularity in the industry. Additionally, offering recyclable and reusable paper cores will help meet the growing demand for eco-friendly products, presenting a strong market opportunity for companies focused on sustainability.
Market Report Scope
Key Selling Points
- Comprehensive Coverage: The report comprehensively covers the analysis of products, services, types, and end users of the Paper Core Market, providing a holistic landscape.
- Expert Analysis: The report is compiled based on the in-depth understanding of industry experts and analysts.
- Up-to-date Information: The report assures business relevance due to its coverage of recent information and data trends.
- Customization Options: This report can be customized to cater to specific client requirements and suit the business strategies aptly.
The research report on the Paper Core Market can, therefore, help spearhead the trail of decoding and understanding the industry scenario and growth prospects. Although there can be a few valid concerns, the overall benefits of this report tend to outweigh the disadvantages.
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Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

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Regional Scope
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

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Frequently Asked Questions
Based on geography, Asia Pacific held the largest share of the paper core market.
Dae - Do Paper Tube Vietnam Co., Ltd, Gia Quan Industry Co., Ltd, Huynh De Joint Stock Company are some of the key players operating in the paper core market
Based on thickness , 16-20mm, is expected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period
The Paper Core Market is estimated to witness a CAGR of 4% from 2023 to 2031
Rising Industrial Applications is driving the market growth
Usage of Recycled Content is expected to be the key market trends.
1.INTRODUCTION
1.1.SCOPE OF THE STUDY
1.2.THE INSIGHT PARTNERS RESEARCH REPORT GUIDANCE
1.3.MARKET SEGMENTATION
1.3.1Paper Core Market - By Thickness
1.3.2Paper Core Market - By Application
1.3.3Paper Core Market - By Region
1.3.3.1By Country
2.KEY TAKEAWAYS
3.RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
4.PAPER CORE MARKET LANDSCAPE
4.1.OVERVIEW
4.2.PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
4.2.1Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.2.1Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.2.1Threat of Substitute
4.2.1Threat of New Entrants
4.2.1Competitive Rivalry
4.3.EXPERT OPINIONS
5.PAPER CORE MARKET - KEY MARKET DYNAMICS
5.1.KEY MARKET DRIVERS
5.2.KEY MARKET RESTRAINTS
5.3.KEY MARKET OPPORTUNITIES
5.4.FUTURE TRENDS
5.5.IMPACT ANALYSIS OF DRIVERS AND RESTRAINTS
6.PAPER CORE MARKET - GLOBAL MARKET ANALYSIS
6.1.PAPER CORE - GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW
6.2.PAPER CORE - GLOBAL MARKET AND FORECAST TO 2028
6.3.MARKET POSITIONING/MARKET SHARE
7.PAPER CORE MARKET - REVENUE AND FORECASTS TO 2028 - THICKNESS
7.1.OVERVIEW
7.2.THICKNESS MARKET FORECASTS AND ANALYSIS
7.3.LESS THAN 8MM
7.3.1.Overview
7.3.2.Less than 8mm Market Forecast and Analysis
7.4.8-16MM
7.4.1.Overview
7.4.2.8-16mm Market Forecast and Analysis
7.5.16-20MM
7.5.1.Overview
7.5.2.16-20mm Market Forecast and Analysis
7.6.20MM AND ABOVE
7.6.1.Overview
7.6.2.20mm and above Market Forecast and Analysis
8.PAPER CORE MARKET - REVENUE AND FORECASTS TO 2028 - APPLICATION
8.1.OVERVIEW
8.2.APPLICATION MARKET FORECASTS AND ANALYSIS
8.3.BEVERAGES PACKAGING
8.3.1.Overview
8.3.2.Beverages Packaging Market Forecast and Analysis
8.4.PAPER INDUSTRY
8.4.1.Overview
8.4.2.Paper Industry Market Forecast and Analysis
8.5.TEXTILES
8.5.1.Overview
8.5.2.Textiles Market Forecast and Analysis
8.6.ADHESIVE TAPES
8.6.1.Overview
8.6.2.Adhesive Tapes Market Forecast and Analysis
8.7.METAL INDUSTRY
8.7.1.Overview
8.7.2.Metal Industry Market Forecast and Analysis
8.8.CONSTRUCTION
8.8.1.Overview
8.8.2.Construction Market Forecast and Analysis
8.9.OTHERS
8.9.1.Overview
8.9.2.Others Market Forecast and Analysis
9.PAPER CORE MARKET REVENUE AND FORECASTS TO 2028 - GEOGRAPHICAL ANALYSIS
9.1.NORTH AMERICA
9.1.1North America Paper Core Market Overview
9.1.2North America Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.1.3North America Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Thickness
9.1.4North America Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.1.5North America Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.1.5.1United States Paper Core Market
9.1.5.1.1United States Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.1.5.1.2United States Paper Core Market by Application
9.1.5.2Canada Paper Core Market
9.1.5.2.1Canada Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.1.5.2.2Canada Paper Core Market by Application
9.1.5.3Mexico Paper Core Market
9.1.5.3.1Mexico Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.1.5.3.2Mexico Paper Core Market by Application
9.2.EUROPE
9.2.1Europe Paper Core Market Overview
9.2.2Europe Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.2.3Europe Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Thickness
9.2.4Europe Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.2.5Europe Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.2.5.1Germany Paper Core Market
9.2.5.1.1Germany Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.2.5.1.2Germany Paper Core Market by Application
9.2.5.2France Paper Core Market
9.2.5.2.1France Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.2.5.2.2France Paper Core Market by Application
9.2.5.3Italy Paper Core Market
9.2.5.3.1Italy Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.2.5.3.2Italy Paper Core Market by Application
9.2.5.4United Kingdom Paper Core Market
9.2.5.4.1United Kingdom Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.2.5.4.2United Kingdom Paper Core Market by Application
9.2.5.5Russia Paper Core Market
9.2.5.5.1Russia Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.2.5.5.2Russia Paper Core Market by Application
9.2.5.6Rest of Europe Paper Core Market
9.2.5.6.1Rest of Europe Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.2.5.6.2Rest of Europe Paper Core Market by Application
9.3.ASIA-PACIFIC
9.3.1Asia-Pacific Paper Core Market Overview
9.3.2Asia-Pacific Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.3.3Asia-Pacific Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Thickness
9.3.4Asia-Pacific Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.3.5Asia-Pacific Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.3.5.1Australia Paper Core Market
9.3.5.1.1Australia Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.3.5.1.2Australia Paper Core Market by Application
9.3.5.2China Paper Core Market
9.3.5.2.1China Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.3.5.2.2China Paper Core Market by Application
9.3.5.3India Paper Core Market
9.3.5.3.1India Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.3.5.3.2India Paper Core Market by Application
9.3.5.4Japan Paper Core Market
9.3.5.4.1Japan Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.3.5.4.2Japan Paper Core Market by Application
9.3.5.5South Korea Paper Core Market
9.3.5.5.1South Korea Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.3.5.5.2South Korea Paper Core Market by Application
9.3.5.6Rest of Asia-Pacific Paper Core Market
9.3.5.6.1Rest of Asia-Pacific Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.3.5.6.2Rest of Asia-Pacific Paper Core Market by Application
9.4.MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA
9.4.1Middle East and Africa Paper Core Market Overview
9.4.2Middle East and Africa Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.4.3Middle East and Africa Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Thickness
9.4.4Middle East and Africa Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.4.5Middle East and Africa Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.4.5.1South Africa Paper Core Market
9.4.5.1.1South Africa Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.4.5.1.2South Africa Paper Core Market by Application
9.4.5.2Saudi Arabia Paper Core Market
9.4.5.2.1Saudi Arabia Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.4.5.2.2Saudi Arabia Paper Core Market by Application
9.4.5.3U.A.E Paper Core Market
9.4.5.3.1U.A.E Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.4.5.3.2U.A.E Paper Core Market by Application
9.4.5.4Rest of Middle East and Africa Paper Core Market
9.4.5.4.1Rest of Middle East and Africa Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.4.5.4.2Rest of Middle East and Africa Paper Core Market by Application
9.5.SOUTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA
9.5.1South and Central America Paper Core Market Overview
9.5.2South and Central America Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.5.3South and Central America Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Thickness
9.5.4South and Central America Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Application
9.5.5South and Central America Paper Core Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.5.5.1Brazil Paper Core Market
9.5.5.1.1Brazil Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.5.5.1.2Brazil Paper Core Market by Application
9.5.5.2Argentina Paper Core Market
9.5.5.2.1Argentina Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.5.5.2.2Argentina Paper Core Market by Application
9.5.5.3Rest of South and Central America Paper Core Market
9.5.5.3.1Rest of South and Central America Paper Core Market by Thickness
9.5.5.3.2Rest of South and Central America Paper Core Market by Application
10.INDUSTRY LANDSCAPE
10.1.MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS
10.2.AGREEMENTS, COLLABORATIONS AND JOIN VENTURES
10.3.NEW PRODUCT LAUNCHES
10.4.EXPANSIONS AND OTHER STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENTS
11.PAPER CORE MARKET, KEY COMPANY PROFILES
11.1.DAE - DO PAPER TUBE VIETNAM CO., LTD
11.1.1.Key Facts
11.1.2.Business Description
11.1.3.Products and Services
11.1.4.Financial Overview
11.1.5.SWOT Analysis
11.1.6.Key Developments
11.2.GIA QUAN INDUSTRY CO., LTD
11.2.1.Key Facts
11.2.2.Business Description
11.2.3.Products and Services
11.2.4.Financial Overview
11.2.5.SWOT Analysis
11.2.6.Key Developments
11.3.HUYNH DE JOINT STOCK COMPANY
11.3.1.Key Facts
11.3.2.Business Description
11.3.3.Products and Services
11.3.4.Financial Overview
11.3.5.SWOT Analysis
11.3.6.Key Developments
11.4.KIM PHU VINH PRODUCTION SERVICE CO., LTD
11.4.1.Key Facts
11.4.2.Business Description
11.4.3.Products and Services
11.4.4.Financial Overview
11.4.5.SWOT Analysis
11.4.6.Key Developments
11.5.KUNERT GROUP
11.5.1.Key Facts
11.5.2.Business Description
11.5.3.Products and Services
11.5.4.Financial Overview
11.5.5.SWOT Analysis
11.5.6.Key Developments
11.6.PAUL AND CO
11.6.1.Key Facts
11.6.2.Business Description
11.6.3.Products and Services
11.6.4.Financial Overview
11.6.5.SWOT Analysis
11.6.6.Key Developments
11.7.PHU TUNG PAPER TRADING AND MANUFACTURING CO., LTDÂ 3SMURFIT KAPPA
11.7.1.Key Facts
11.7.2.Business Description
11.7.3.Products and Services
11.7.4.Financial Overview
11.7.5.SWOT Analysis
11.7.6.Key Developments
11.8.SONOCO ALCORE
11.8.1.Key Facts
11.8.2.Business Description
11.8.3.Products and Services
11.8.4.Financial Overview
11.8.5.SWOT Analysis
11.8.6.Key Developments
11.9.THANH CONG PAPER TUBE CO., LTD
11.9.1.Key Facts
11.9.2.Business Description
11.9.3.Products and Services
11.9.4.Financial Overview
11.9.5.SWOT Analysis
11.9.6.Key Developments
12.APPENDIX
12.1.ABOUT THE INSIGHT PARTNERS
12.2.GLOSSARY OF TERMS
1. DAE - DO PAPER TUBE VIETNAM CO., LTD
2. Gia Quan Industry Co., Ltd
3. Huynh De Joint Stock Company
4. Kim Phu Vinh Production Service Co., Ltd
5. Kunert Group
6. Paul and Co
7. Phu Tung Paper Trading and Manufacturing Co., Ltd 3Smurfit Kappa
8. Sonoco Alcore
9. Thanh Cong Paper Tube Co., Ltd
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- Data Collection and Secondary Research:
As a market research and consulting firm operating from a decade, we have published many reports and advised several clients across the globe. First step for any study will start with an assessment of currently available data and insights from existing reports. Further, historical and current market information is collected from Investor Presentations, Annual Reports, SEC Filings, etc., and other information related to company’s performance and market positioning are gathered from Paid Databases (Factiva, Hoovers, and Reuters) and various other publications available in public domain.
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Once we receive the confirmation from primary research sources or primary respondents, we finalize the base year market estimation and forecast the data as per the macroeconomic and microeconomic factors assessed during data collection.
- Data Analysis:
Once data is validated through both secondary as well as primary respondents, we finalize the market estimations by hypothesis formulation and factor analysis at regional and country level.
- 3.1 Macro-Economic Factor Analysis:
We analyse macroeconomic indicators such the gross domestic product (GDP), increase in the demand for goods and services across industries, technological advancement, regional economic growth, governmental policies, the influence of COVID-19, PEST analysis, and other aspects. This analysis aids in setting benchmarks for various nations/regions and approximating market splits. Additionally, the general trend of the aforementioned components aid in determining the market's development possibilities.
- 3.2 Country Level Data:
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The “Table of Contents” is formulated by listing and analyzing more than 25 - 30 companies operating in the market ecosystem across geographies. However, we profile only 10 companies as a standard practice in our syndicate reports. These 10 companies comprise leading, emerging, and regional players. Nonetheless, our analysis is not restricted to the 10 listed companies, we also analyze other companies present in the market to develop a holistic view and understand the prevailing trends. The “Company Profiles” section in the report covers key facts, business description, products & services, financial information, SWOT analysis, and key developments. The financial information presented is extracted from the annual reports and official documents of the publicly listed companies. Upon collecting the information for the sections of respective companies, we verify them via various primary sources and then compile the data in respective company profiles. The company level information helps us in deriving the base number as well as in forecasting the market size.
- 3.4 Developing Base Number:
Aggregation of sales statistics (2020-2022) and macro-economic factor, and other secondary and primary research insights are utilized to arrive at base number and related market shares for 2022. The data gaps are identified in this step and relevant market data is analyzed, collected from paid primary interviews or databases. On finalizing the base year market size, forecasts are developed on the basis of macro-economic, industry and market growth factors and company level analysis.
- Data Triangulation and Final Review:
The market findings and base year market size calculations are validated from supply as well as demand side. Demand side validations are based on macro-economic factor analysis and benchmarks for respective regions and countries. In case of supply side validations, revenues of major companies are estimated (in case not available) based on industry benchmark, approximate number of employees, product portfolio, and primary interviews revenues are gathered. Further revenue from target product/service segment is assessed to avoid overshooting of market statistics. In case of heavy deviations between supply and demand side values, all thes steps are repeated to achieve synchronization.
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We have important check points that we use to validate our research findings – which we call – data triangulation, where we validate the information, we generate from secondary sources with primary interviews and then we re-validate with our internal data bases and Subject matter experts. This comprehensive model enables us to deliver high quality, reliable data in shortest possible time.