South Korea's Rising Paper Packaging Industry
The paper packaging industry in South Korea has witnessed rapid growth over the past decade mainly due to rising e-commerce sector in the country.
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Emergence of E-commerce
With high-speed internet connectivity and smartphone penetration, e-commerce sector has flourished substantially in South Korea in recent years. According to latest reports, over 80% of South Koreans shop online which is one of the highest rates globally.
This growth of online shopping has been a major driving factor for paper packaging demand. As products are delivered to customers' doorsteps, proper packaging plays a vital role in protecting goods from damage during transit. Paper-based boxes, mailers, bags, etc are commonly used for e-commerce packaging.
Dominant Packaging Materials
While flexible plastic packaging was more popular historically in South Korea, paper has emerged as the preferred substrate for e-commerce applications. Corrugated boxes account for around 60% of the total paper packaging usage led by small e-commerce shipments.
Other widely used paper types include kraft paper, boxboard and paper bags. Domestic manufacturers have invested heavily to develop innovative paper-based solutions suited for the modern logistics networks. Sustainable paper alternatives like recyclable and biodegradable papers have also gained traction.
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