Specialty Paper Market to Reach USD 40.69 Billion by 2030; Rising Demand for Sustainable Packaging and Advanced Functional Papers Drives Growth

Mordor Intelligence has published a new report on the Specialty Paper Market, offering a comprehensive analysis of trends, growth drivers, and future projections.

Overview of the Specialty Paper Market

The specialty paper market size is valued at USD 32.98 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 40.69 billion by 2030, advancing at a 4.32% CAGR. Europe currently holds the largest Specialty Paper Market share, while the Asia-Pacific region is emerging as the fastest-growing hub due to the expansion of e-commerce, electronics manufacturing, and packaging industries.

Current Specialty Paper Market trends indicate a growing emphasis on sustainable solutions, functional coatings, and high-performance applications that cater to evolving industry requirements.

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Key Trends in the Specialty Paper Market

1.Sustainable Packaging and E-Commerce Demand
The surge in online retail has accelerated the adoption of fiber-based packaging. Companies are replacing plastics with recyclable and certified fiber solutions in secondary and tertiary packaging.

2.Shift to Fiber-Based Food-Service Disposables
Governmental restrictions on single-use plastics have boosted the use of fiber utensils, cups, and clamshells. Advanced grease-proof and barrier chemistries allow paper containers and recycling targets.

3.Smart-Label and Release-Liner Applications
Connected packaging, including RFID and NFC labels, drives the need for high-performance release-liner paper.

4.Flexible Printed-Electronics Substrates
Coated specialty papers are increasingly used as substrates for printed electronics, enabling conductive polymer and graphene applications.

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Specialty Paper Market Segmentation

By Product Type:

Kraft Paper

Release-Liner Paper

Label and Thermal Paper

Décor and Laminating Paper

Filter and Security Paper

By Raw Material:

Virgin Fiber

Recycled Fiber

Synthetic Fiber

Hybrid Composites

By Functionality/Coating:

Barrier and Grease-Proof

Water-Resistant

Anti-microbial

Conductive and Antistatic

Fire-Retardant

Other Functionality/Coating

By End-User Industry:

Packaging and Labeling

Food Service

Printing and Publication

Building and Construction

Industrial and Automotive

Medical and Healthcare

Other End-User Industries

By Form:

Rolls

Sheets

Converted Products (Bags, Tapes, Cups, and More)

By Geography:

North America:

United States

Canada

Mexico

Europe:

United Kingdom

Germany

France

Italy

Spain

Nordics

Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific:

China

India

Japan

South Korea

ASEAN

Australia

New Zealand

Rest of Asia-Pacific

South America:

Brazil

Argentina

Rest of South America

Middle East and Africa:

Middle East: Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Rest of Middle East

Africa: South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, Rest of Africa

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Key Players in the Specialty Paper Market

Stora Enso Oyj - A Finland-based company specializing in renewable solutions, producing paper, packaging, and biomaterials for global markets.

Mondi plc - A UK-Austria headquartered packaging and paper company offering sustainable paper products and flexible packaging solutions worldwide.

Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd. - A leading Japanese paper manufacturer producing printing, packaging, and specialty papers with a focus on sustainable practices.

SAPPI Limited - A South Africa-based company supplying coated fine paper, specialty papers, and dissolving wood pulp to global customers.

International Paper Company - A US-based multinational producing packaging, pulp, and paper products, serving industrial and consumer markets globally.

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Conclusion

The global Specialty Paper Market size is set to witness steady growth driven by sustainability initiatives, regulatory changes, and rising functional applications across industries.

Companies that invest in innovative functional papers, optimize supply chains, and adhere to environmental standards are likely to strengthen their position while leveraging the latest Specialty Paper Market statistics to make informed strategic decisions.

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India Paper And Paperboard Packaging Market

The India Paper And Paperboard Packaging Market size is estimated at USD 13.72 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow to USD 18.92 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 6.63%. Growth is driven by rising e-commerce demand for corrugated boxes and food brands shifting to recyclable mono-material packs, supported by nationwide regulations limiting single-use plastics.

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Base Paper For Flexible Packaging Market

The Base Paper For Flexible Packaging Market size is estimated at USD 72.68 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 90.47 billion by 2030, growing at a 4.48% CAGR. Growth is driven by the shift toward sustainable packaging materials and rising demand for on-the-go food and convenience products, supported by advances in high-barrier coating technologies.

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Europe Paper Market

The Europe Paper Market size stood at 71.14 million tonnes in 2025 and is projected to reach 87.84 million tonnes by 2030, growing at a 4.31% CAGR. Market growth is supported by rising demand for sustainable packaging, expansion of e-commerce and food-service delivery, and strict EU circular-economy regulations encouraging fiber-based packaging solutions.

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