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Total U.S. Packaging Papers & Specialty Packaging Shipments Increased 12% in May 2026

The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the May 2026 Packaging Papers Monthly report. According to the report, total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in May increased 12% compared to May 2025. They were up 6% when compared to the same 5 months of 2025.

The unbleached packaging papers operating rate declined to 89% in May after nearly hitting 93% in April.

Shipments of bleached food wrapping were up 5.6% from last May, and up 3.4% year-to-date.

Total U.S. Packaging Papers & Specialty Packaging Shipments Increased 12% in May 2026

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