Unprinted labels of paper or paperboard market in Spain

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2024, the Spanish market for unprinted paper labels saw a substantial reduction in physical volume, falling from over 45,000 tonnes to around 18,000–19,000 tonnes. In value terms, however, the market declined initially but then recovered, reaching $69.6 million by 2024, signaling a pronounced shift toward higher-value products.

Toward the end of the period, the market was shaped by rising demand for sustainable and transparent packaging materials, as well as the wider use of digital printing for short runs and customization. These trends elevated the average value per unit, supporting strong growth in market value even as volume stabilized.

Production unprinted labels of paper or paperboard in Spain

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Spain's production of unprinted paper or paperboard labels declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, output was valued at 56 892 thousand US dollars, down 1.6% from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, production fell by 15.5%, with a compound annual growth rate of -5.4%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 69 282 thousand US dollars. The largest annual decline occurred in 2019 at 16.6%, while the biggest increase was in 2018 at 2.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in Spain in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Spain's production volume of unprinted paper or paperboard labels declined for the third consecutive year. In 2020, Spain produced 8 608 tonnes, marking a 6.0% drop compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, production decreased by 15%, with a compound annual growth rate of -5.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in Spain in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports unprinted labels of paper or paperboard from Spain

Exports in kind, t

Spain's exports of unprinted paper or paperboard labels increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, Spain exported 3 894 tonnes, reflecting a solid 16.4% gain compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports grew by 16.8%, equating to an annualized rate of 5.3%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2018 at 3 215 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 3.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Spain in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, France, Morocco, and Portugal were notable but not dominant buyers of Spain's unprinted paper or paperboard labels. France accounted for 23.6% of export volume, Morocco for 15.3%, and Portugal for 9.2%. Together, these three countries represented 48.1% of total export volume.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Spain in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

Spain's exports of unprinted paper or paperboard labels declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports reached 29 911 thousand US dollars, marking a moderate 3.9% year-over-year decrease. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 31 774 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest increase of 5.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Spain in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Morocco, France, and Cuba were among the largest buyers of Spain's unprinted paper or paperboard labels in value terms. Morocco accounted for 21.5% of export value, France for 13.4%, and Cuba for 8.0%. Together, these three countries represented 42.9% of total export value, indicating a broadly diversified partner base.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Spain in value, 2017-2020

Imports unprinted labels of paper or paperboard to Spain

Imports in kind, t

Spain's imports of unprinted paper or paperboard labels showed noticeable fluctuations during the period. The lowest volume occurred in 2017, while the highest was recorded in 2018, with a peak-to-trough ratio of 6.4 times. In 2020, imports totaled 23 399 tonnes, reflecting a 24.2% decline compared to the previous year. The maximum volume was recorded in 2018 at 38 771 tonnes, which also saw the largest increase of 540.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Spain in kind, 2017-2020, t

Throughout 2017-2020, the United Kingdom, France, and Portugal played leading roles in Spain's imports of unprinted paper or paperboard labels by volume. The United Kingdom accounted for 69.0% of import volume, France for 8.0%, and Portugal for 7.9%. Together, these three countries represented 84.9% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Spain in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

After a two-year increase, Spain's imports of unprinted paper or paperboard labels declined. In 2020, imports amounted to 16 394 thousand US dollars, down 3.5% year-over-year. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports increased by 10.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.3%. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 16 982 thousand US dollars, while the largest increase occurred in 2018 at 12.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Spain in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Spain's import structure in value terms was balanced rather than concentrated. Germany accounted for 20.8% of import value, France for 14.3%, and China for 12.0%. Together, these three countries represented 47.1% of total flows, with many other countries accounting for the remaining 52.9%.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Spain in value, 2017-2020