20 January 2025
Total U.S. Printing-Writing Paper Shipments Increased 3% in December 2024
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its December 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly report, noting a 3% increase in total printing-writing paper shipments compared to December 2023. U.S. purchases of these papers grew 1% in November 2024, while inventory levels remained stable (+0.2%). Year-to-date (YTD) U.S. net imports rose 13%, with uncoated free sheet (UFS) and coated free sheet (CFS) imports increasing by 17% and 60%, respectively. The AF&PA, a key advocate for the U.S. forest products industry, highlights its commitment to sustainability through its "Better Practices, Better Planet 2030" initiative. The industry contributes 5% of U.S. manufacturing GDP and employs about 925,000 people.