The carbonless paper market is expected to strengthen its hold and thrive at a moderate CAGR of 6.7% during the forecast period (2022-2032). The global market holds an estimate revenue of US$ 4.29 Bn in 2022 and is likely to cross US$ 7.69 Bn by the end of 2032.
Mainly used for transferring information from one paper to another by putting pressure on one paper through writing or impact printing, the carbonless paper has been a part of multiple industries for years.
The demand for carbonless paper has moderately increased lately as its use in laser and inkjet printers for digital printing has increased. The sales of carbonless paper are expected to have a positive outlook in the forecast period.
The carbonless paper serves industries that have more use of receipts and invoices printed through offset or digital printers. Even though there is a shift in digital copies of everything, carbonless paper is still holding its ground in the global market.
The key players in the carbonless paper market are now focusing on enhancing the durability of carbonless papers that can bear the effects of humidity and temperature, fuelling the sales of carbonless paper in new markets.
What are the Key Drivers and Restraints to the Carbonless Paper Market?
Increasing the use of digital formats more than print media is also expected to affect the consumption of carbonless paper negatively. As it replicates the exact form written or printed, it prevents alteration. Carbonless papers are majorly used in institutions, as they are required to maintain records in all places, fuelling the demand for carbonless paper.
Thus, to avoid the unnecessary work of scanning and photocopy, institutions prefer carbonless paper pads or notebooks. Many business firms still use carbonless paper, wherein avoiding the chances of alteration even in print media. Carbonless papers are available in reel and roll form. The high-quality printing ensures that carbonless papers have high tear strength as well as easy printing. The demand for security papers is increasing owing to an increment in international tourism, which further accelerates the growth in demand for carbonless paper.
Which is the Key Carbonless Paper Market?
In the Americas, North America is expected to lead in terms of market share in the next decade, the wherein U.S. to hold a majority of the value share during the forecast period. In emerging regions, the carbonless paper market is expected to grow at a faster rate as compared to other regions.
India and China are expected to witness significant change during the forecast period, owing to consumers’ inclination toward sustainable products. This increases the demand for carbonless paper.
How is Europe Contributing to Growth of the Carbonless Paper Market?
The European region is expected to witness stagnant growth in the carbonless paper market, owing to a saturated paper market scenario.
The carbonless paper market in the Middle East & Africa region is expected to lead by GCC Countries, followed by South Africa. In Latin America, Mexico is anticipated to expand at a higher growth rate than other countries in terms of paper-based products owing to a shift in consumer preference, increasing the sales of carbonless paper.
The carbonless paper market is expected to witness a moderate growth rate in Germany and USA, wherein a quite higher growth rate in China, India, and Mexico during the forecast period, pushing the sales of carbonless paper in new markets.
