Printed labels of paper or paperboard market in Czechia

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2020, the market volume in physical terms contracted sharply from 57 561 t to 19 734 t, while in value terms it remained relatively stable, edging up from 143.4 million US dollars to 140.4 million US dollars. This shift indicated a move towards more complex and valuable labels, supported by a 2020 industry trend towards greater print variability and the inclusion of more data on labels, which increased their perceived utility and unit value.

Production rose by 10% to 20 744 t in 2022, driven by capacity expansion from Stepa's new eight-color flexographic press and the market introduction of the fully digital Gallus One printing press, which enhanced efficiency. Concurrently, the launch of personalized label services in DM drugstores created a new consumer segment. By 2023, new EU regulations on textile and wine product labeling, alongside amended consumer protection laws requiring updated product information, sustained market volume at 27 096 t despite a slight decline in total market value.

In 2024, the market volume decreased to 24 227 t and its value fell to 139.9 million US dollars. This adjustment coincided with the implementation of new VAT rates for printed goods, including self-adhesive labels, and ongoing revisions to EU and Czech legislation mandating specific label information, which affected production costs and pricing. Growing emphasis on sustainability and label recyclability continued to influence material choices and market dynamics.

Production printed labels of paper or paperboard in Czechia

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Following two years of decline, Czechia's production of printed labels made from paper or paperboard has rebounded. In 2021, the output was valued at 143.7 million US dollars, marking a significant increase of 11.7% compared to the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, production grew by 7.8%, which translates to an average annual growth rate of 2.5%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 128.7 million US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 with a drop of 2.8%.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

In 2021, Czechia produced 18,811 tonnes of printed labels made from paper or paperboard, showing a modest year-on-year increase of 3.2%. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production rose by 2.1%, with a compound annual growth rate of 0.7%. The lowest production volume was in 2020 at 18,225 tonnes, while the highest was in 2019 at 19,011 tonnes. The largest decline occurred in 2020 with a 4.1% drop, and the largest increase was in 2019 with a 3.2% rise.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports printed labels of paper or paperboard from Czechia

Exports in kind, t

In 2021, the volume of printed labels made from paper or paperboard exported from Czechia reached 8,472 tonnes, representing a sharp decline of 24.9% compared to the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, exports fell by 49.6%, with an average annual decrease of 20.4%. The largest drop was recorded in 2019 at 43.0%, while the largest increase occurred in 2020 with a 17.6% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, t

Between 2018 and 2021, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom were the primary destinations for Czechia's exports of printed labels made from paper or paperboard in volume terms. Germany accounted for 21.9% of exports, the Netherlands for 17.7%, and the United Kingdom for 14.3%. Together, these three countries represented 53.9% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

After two years of decline, Czechia's exports of printed labels made from paper or paperboard in value terms have increased. In 2021, exports amounted to 48,716 thousand US dollars, showing a 14.6% rise compared to the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, exports grew by 3.8%, equivalent to an average annual growth rate of 1.3%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 42,499 thousand US dollars, and the largest decline occurred in the same year with an 8.7% drop.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, the distribution of Czechia's exports of printed labels made from paper or paperboard in value terms was relatively dispersed. Germany accounted for 19.9% of exports, the United Kingdom for 10.3%, and Slovakia for 9.3%. Combined, these three countries represented 39.5% of total flows, with no single partner emerging as clearly dominant.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2018-2021

Imports printed labels of paper or paperboard to Czechia

Imports in kind, t

Czechia's imports of printed labels made from paper or paperboard in volume terms have declined for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports totaled approximately 10,387 tonnes, reflecting a substantial decrease of 18.8% compared to 2020. From 2018 to 2021, imports fell by 81.4%, which corresponds to an average annual decline of 43.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, t

Throughout the period from 2018 to 2021, the Netherlands, Germany, and Slovakia were the main sources for Czechia's imports of printed labels made from paper or paperboard in volume terms. The Netherlands accounted for 29.5% of imports, Germany for 18.2%, and Slovakia for 16.4%. Together, these three countries made up 64.1% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

Czechia's imports of printed labels made from paper or paperboard in value terms have increased for the second year in a row. In 2021, imports stood at 54,935 thousand US dollars, showing a slight rise of 1.3% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports decreased by 3.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of -1.2%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 53,233 thousand US dollars. The largest decline occurred in 2019 with a 6.6% drop, while the largest increase was in 2020 with a 1.9% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, Poland, and France were the key markets for Czechia's imports of printed labels made from paper or paperboard in value terms. Germany accounted for 26.6% of imports, Poland for 16.7%, and France for 7.4%. Collectively, these three countries represented 50.6% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2018-2021